Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony ZV-1 II

Its time to take a deeper look at the Sigma DP2 Quattro versus Sony ZV-1 II, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Sigma and Sony. The image resolution of the DP2 Quattro (20MP) and the ZV-1 II (20MP) is pretty close but the DP2 Quattro (APS-C) and ZV-1 II (1") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The DP2 Quattro was released 10 years earlier than the ZV-1 II and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the DP2 Quattro matches up against the ZV-1 II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP2 Quattro & Sony ZV-1 Mark II. The complete galleries are available at Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery & Sony ZV-1 II Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Sigma DP2 Quattro offers external measurements of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") along with a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs) and the Sony ZV-1 II has specifications of 106mm x 60mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.9") and a weight of 292 grams (0.64 lbs).

Check the Sigma DP2 Quattro versus Sony ZV-1 II in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the DP2 Quattro compared to the ZV-1 II.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP2 Quattro and ZV-1 II is 70 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching specs. The graphic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2 Quattro and ZV-1 II.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have the same megapixels albeit not the same sensor measurements. The DP2 Quattro features the bigger sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF less difficult. The older DP2 Quattro will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.