Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony A68

Here, we are matching up the Sigma DP2 Quattro and Sony A68, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Sigma and Sony. The sensor resolution of the DP2 Quattro (20MP) and the A68 (24MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The DP2 Quattro was manufactured 21 months prior to the A68 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A68 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the DP2 Quattro matches up against the A68 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP2 Quattro & Sony SLT-A68. The entire galleries are available at Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery & Sony A68 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Sigma DP2 Quattro comes with exterior measurements of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs) whilst the Sony A68 has sizing of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") having a weight of 610 grams (1.34 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the DP2 Quattro compared to the A68.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP2 Quattro and A68 is 70 and 64 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing specs. The graphic below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2 Quattro and A68.

All in all, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony A68 to produce greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older DP2 Quattro will be behind in sensor innovation.