Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony W810

Below, we are analyzing the Sigma DP2 Quattro and Sony W810, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. The sensor resolution of the DP2 Quattro (20MP) and the W810 (20MP) is fairly close but the DP2 Quattro (APS-C) and W810 (1/2.3") possess different sensor size.

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The DP2 Quattro was manufactured 2 months later than the W810 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W810 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the DP2 Quattro grades vs the W810 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP2 Quattro and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810. The entire galleries are viewable at Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery and Sony W810 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP2 Quattro enjoys exterior measurements 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 W810 has dimensions of 97mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).

Analyze the Sigma DP2 Quattro and Sony W810 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the DP2 Quattro versus the W810.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP2 Quattro and W810 is 70 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing purely by viewing technical specs. The graphic below will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2 Quattro and W810.

As you can tell, both the cameras posses the exact same megapixels but different sensor sizing. The DP2 Quattro offers the larger sensor which should make obtaining shallow depth of field less difficult.