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Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony A58

Portability
70
Imaging
63
Features
38
Overall
53
Sigma DP2 Quattro front
 
Sony SLT-A58 front
Portability
68
Imaging
63
Features
72
Overall
66

Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony A58 Key Specs

Sigma DP2 Quattro
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • No Video
  • 45mm (F2.8) lens
  • 395g - 161 x 67 x 82mm
  • Launched February 2014
Sony A58
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.7" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 16000 (Boost to 25600)
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
  • 492g - 129 x 95 x 78mm
  • Announced November 2013
  • Succeeded the Sony A57
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Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony A58 Overview

Below, we are comparing the Sigma DP2 Quattro versus Sony A58, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Sigma and Sony. The resolution of the DP2 Quattro (20MP) and the A58 (20MP) is very well matched and they possess the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

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The DP2 Quattro was revealed 3 months later than the A58 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A58 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a short summary of how the DP2 Quattro scores vs the A58 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 Quattro over the Sony A58

 DP2 Quattro A58 
Display dimension3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution920k460kCrisper display (+460k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony A58 over the Sigma DP2 Quattro

 A58 DP2 Quattro 
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display

Common features in the Sigma DP2 Quattro and Sony A58

 DP2 Quattro A58 
AnnouncedFebruary 2014November 2013Similar generation
Manually focus More exact focus
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch display Neither provides Touch display

Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony A58 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP2 Quattro provides 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 A58 has dimensions of 129mm x 95mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 492 grams (1.08 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the DP2 Quattro and the A58.

Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony A58 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP2 Quattro and A58 is 70 and 68 respectively.

Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony A58 top view buttons comparison

Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony A58 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through technical specs. The photograph below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the DP2 Quattro and A58.

As you can tell, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution so you should expect similar quality of files although you may want to consider the release date of the products into consideration.

Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony A58 sensor size comparison

Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony A58 Screen and ViewFinder

Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony A58 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sigma DP2 Quattro as a Portrait photography camera
Sony A58 as a Portrait photography camera
77
focusing manually
sensor resolution is decent (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
has face detection autofocus
exports RAW formats
77
focusing manually
decent megapixels (20MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
comes with face detection focus
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Sigma DP2 Quattro
Street photography with Sony A58
61
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
78
screen tilts
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Sigma DP2 Quattro
Sports photography with Sony A58
48
sensor resolution is decent (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
fixed focal length (45mm)
slow fps (3.0 frames per second)
does not have image stabilization
does not have phase detect autofocus
81
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent megapixels (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
comes with tracking autofocus
good battery pack (690 shots)
supports phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Sigma DP2 Quattro
Travel photography with Sony A58
53
sensor resolution is decent (20 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
63
good battery pack (690 shots)
decent megapixels (20 megapixels)
has built in flash
doesn't have Timelapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Sigma DP2 Quattro Landscape photography info
Sony A58 Landscape photography info
59
focusing manually
screen size is decent (3 inch)
sensor resolution is decent (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (45mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not have image stabilization
70
focusing manually
change lenses (Sony/Minolta Alpha mount)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent megapixels (20MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
good battery pack (690 per charge)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Sigma DP2 Quattro Vlogging features
Sony A58 Vlogging features
9
no video
35
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
comes with face detection focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
comes with external microphone port
screen is not selfie friendly
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Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony A58 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sigma DP2 Quattro and Sony A58
 Sigma DP2 QuattroSony SLT-A58
General Information
Brand Sigma Sony
Model type Sigma DP2 Quattro Sony SLT-A58
Category Large Sensor Compact Entry-Level DSLR
Launched 2014-02-13 2013-11-27
Body design Large Sensor Compact Compact SLR
Sensor Information
Chip TRUE III engine -
Sensor type CMOS (Foveon X3) CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.5 x 15.7mm 23.2 x 15.4mm
Sensor surface area 369.0mm² 357.3mm²
Sensor resolution 20 megapixels 20 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Highest Possible resolution 5424 x 3616 5456 x 3632
Maximum native ISO 6400 16000
Maximum enhanced ISO - 25600
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points 9 15
Cross type focus points - 3
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens Sony/Minolta Alpha
Lens zoom range 45mm (1x) -
Maximum aperture f/2.8 -
Amount of lenses - 143
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.6
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Tilting
Screen sizing 3 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of screen 920k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen tech TFT color LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 1,440k dot
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.65x
Features
Min shutter speed 30s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter speed 3.0 frames per sec 8.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 10.00 m (@ ISO 100)
Flash settings no built-in flash -
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Max flash sync - 1/160s
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions - 1920 x 1080
Maximum video resolution None 1920x1080
Video format - MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 395 gr (0.87 lbs) 492 gr (1.08 lbs)
Dimensions 161 x 67 x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") 129 x 95 x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 74
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 23.3
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 12.5
DXO Low light rating not tested 753
Other
Battery life - 690 pictures
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID BP-51 NP-FM500H
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) -
Time lapse feature
Type of storage - SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $931 $645