Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony WX150

In this article, we are comparing the Sigma DP2 Quattro and Sony WX150, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Sigma and Sony. The sensor resolution of the DP2 Quattro (20MP) and the WX150 (18MP) is fairly comparable but the DP2 Quattro (APS-C) and WX150 (1/2.3") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The DP2 Quattro was introduced 24 months later than the WX150 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony WX150 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick view of how the DP2 Quattro scores versus the WX150 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP2 Quattro & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150. The whole galleries are provided at Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery & Sony WX150 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP2 Quattro has got external measurements of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") and a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs) and the Sony WX150 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma DP2 Quattro and Sony WX150 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the DP2 Quattro vs the WX150.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP2 Quattro and WX150 is 70 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements simply by going through specs. The photograph below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the DP2 Quattro and WX150.

All in all, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The DP2 Quattro using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Sigma DP2 Quattro will provide greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern DP2 Quattro provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.