Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony W830

In this article, we are evaluating the Sigma DP2 Quattro and Sony W830, 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 W830 (20MP) is fairly comparable but the DP2 Quattro (APS-C) and W830 (1/2.3") feature different sensor dimensions.

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The DP2 Quattro was introduced 2 months later than the W830 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W830 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the DP2 Quattro matches up against the W830 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP2 Quattro and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830. The whole galleries are available at Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery and Sony W830 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP2 Quattro features outer dimensions of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") and a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs) while the Sony W830 has proportions of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Examine the Sigma DP2 Quattro and Sony W830 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the DP2 Quattro against the W830.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP2 Quattro and W830 is 70 and 96 respectively.

Normally, its hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP2 Quattro and W830.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels but different sensor sizing. The DP2 Quattro has the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow depth of field simpler.