Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony S2000

Here is a thorough comparison of the Sigma DP2 Quattro versus Sony S2000, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Sigma and Sony. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the DP2 Quattro (20MP) and S2000 (10MP) and the DP2 Quattro (APS-C) and S2000 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The DP2 Quattro was unveiled 4 years later than the S2000 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony S2000 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the DP2 Quattro grades against the S2000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP2 Quattro and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The full galleries are provided at Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and size. The Sigma DP2 Quattro comes with outside dimensions of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") and a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs) whilst the Sony S2000 has specifications of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the Sigma DP2 Quattro versus Sony S2000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the DP2 Quattro against the S2000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the DP2 Quattro and S2000 is 70 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing purely by checking specifications. The visual underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the DP2 Quattro and S2000.

Plainly, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The DP2 Quattro with its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Sigma DP2 Quattro will resolve extra detail having an extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more modern DP2 Quattro is going to have an edge in sensor tech.