Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony W560

Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Sigma DP2 Quattro and Sony W560, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Sigma and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the DP2 Quattro (20MP) and W560 (14MP) and the DP2 Quattro (APS-C) and W560 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizes.

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The DP2 Quattro was unveiled 3 years later than the W560 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W560 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the DP2 Quattro matches up vs the W560 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP2 Quattro & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The full galleries are provided at Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery & Sony W560 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP2 Quattro has got physical dimensions of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") with a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs) while the Sony W560 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the DP2 Quattro compared to the W560.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the DP2 Quattro and W560 is 70 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specs. The photograph here will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP2 Quattro and W560.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The DP2 Quattro having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Sigma DP2 Quattro will offer extra detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The fresher DP2 Quattro provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.