Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony TF1

Lets take a closer look at the Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony TF1, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Sigma and Sony. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the DP2 Quattro (20MP) and TF1 (16MP) and the DP2 Quattro (APS-C) and TF1 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The DP2 Quattro was introduced 8 months later than the TF1 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the DP2 Quattro grades versus the TF1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP2 Quattro and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The whole galleries are available at Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Sigma DP2 Quattro provides exterior dimensions of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs) while the Sony TF1 has specifications of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Analyze the Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony TF1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the DP2 Quattro compared to the TF1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the DP2 Quattro and TF1 is 70 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing purely by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the DP2 Quattro and TF1.

As you can see, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The DP2 Quattro having a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sigma DP2 Quattro will render more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent DP2 Quattro is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.