Sigma DP2 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

Here, we will be looking at the Sigma DP2 and Sigma DP2 Quattro, both Large Sensor Compact cameras and they are both offered by Sigma. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the DP2 (5MP) and DP2 Quattro (20MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The DP2 was launched 5 years before the DP2 Quattro and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the DP2 scores vs the DP2 Quattro in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP2 and Sigma DP2 Quattro. The complete galleries are provided at Sigma DP2 Gallery and Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Sigma DP2 has external measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 Quattro has specifications of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

Analyze the Sigma DP2 and Sigma DP2 Quattro in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the DP2 compared to the DP2 Quattro.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the DP2 and DP2 Quattro is 86 and 70 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by checking out specifications. The visual here might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2 and DP2 Quattro.

To sum up, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sigma DP2 Quattro to produce extra detail utilizing its extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The older DP2 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.