Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony A37

In this article, we will be reviewing the Sigma DP2 Quattro versus Sony A37, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Sigma and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the DP2 Quattro (20MP) and A37 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The DP2 Quattro was revealed 22 months later than the A37 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A37 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a short introduction of how the DP2 Quattro matches up against the A37 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP2 Quattro & Sony SLT-A37. The full galleries are available at Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery & Sony A37 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP2 Quattro enjoys outside measurements of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") with a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs) and the Sony A37 has dimensions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") and a weight of 506 grams (1.12 lbs).

Contrast the Sigma DP2 Quattro versus Sony A37 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the DP2 Quattro and the A37.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP2 Quattro and A37 is 70 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to see the gap in sensor measurements just by checking out specs. The photograph here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2 Quattro and A37.

All in all, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Sigma DP2 Quattro to produce more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer DP2 Quattro will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.