Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony TX100V

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Sigma DP2 Quattro and Sony TX100V, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Sigma and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the DP2 Quattro (20MP) and TX100V (16MP) and the DP2 Quattro (APS-C) and TX100V (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The DP2 Quattro was introduced 3 years after the TX100V which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony TX100V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the DP2 Quattro grades vs the TX100V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP2 Quattro and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V. The whole galleries are viewable at Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery and Sony TX100V Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP2 Quattro features external dimensions of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") having a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs) while the Sony TX100V has measurements of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Examine the Sigma DP2 Quattro and Sony TX100V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the DP2 Quattro versus the TX100V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP2 Quattro and TX100V is 70 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specs. The image underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP2 Quattro and TX100V.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The DP2 Quattro having a larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Sigma DP2 Quattro will resolve extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher DP2 Quattro will have an edge in sensor innovation.