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Sigma fp L vs Sigma Quattro

Portability
83
Imaging
83
Features
80
Overall
81
Sigma fp L front
 
Sigma sd Quattro front
Portability
63
Imaging
69
Features
56
Overall
63

Sigma fp L vs Sigma Quattro Key Specs

Sigma fp L
(Full Review)
  • 61MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Boost to 102400)
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
  • Revealed March 2021
  • Earlier Model is Sigma fp
Sigma Quattro
(Full Review)
  • 29MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sigma SA Mount
  • 625g - 147 x 95 x 91mm
  • Revealed February 2016
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Sigma fp L vs Sigma Quattro Overview

Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Sigma fp L versus Sigma Quattro, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras and both of them are manufactured by Sigma. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the fp L (61MP) and Quattro (29MP) and the fp L (Full frame) and Quattro (APS-C) boast different sensor measurements.

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The fp L was announced 5 years later than the Quattro and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the fp L grades versus the Quattro when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Sigma Quattro

 fp L Quattro 
RevealedMarch 2021February 2016Fresher by 62 months
Display size3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution2100k1620kCrisper display (+480k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sigma Quattro over the Sigma fp L

 Quattro fp L 

Common features in the Sigma fp L and Sigma Quattro

 fp L Quattro 
Manual focus Dial exact focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Sigma fp L vs Sigma Quattro Physical Comparison

If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and size. The Sigma fp L features physical measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Sigma Quattro has specifications of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") having a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).

Compare the Sigma fp L versus Sigma Quattro in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the fp L compared to the Quattro.

Sigma fp L vs Sigma Quattro size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the fp L and Quattro is 83 and 63 respectively.

Sigma fp L vs Sigma Quattro top view buttons comparison

Sigma fp L vs Sigma Quattro Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing specifications. The photograph here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the fp L and Quattro.

To sum up, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The fp L with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Sigma fp L will provide you with extra detail with its extra 32MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The younger fp L provides an edge in sensor tech.

Sigma fp L vs Sigma Quattro sensor size comparison

Sigma fp L vs Sigma Quattro Screen and ViewFinder

Sigma fp L vs Sigma Quattro Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sigma fp L as a Portrait photography camera
Sigma Quattro as a Portrait photography camera
89
you can focus manually
excellent megapixels (61MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
supports face detection focus
saves RAW files
81
you can focus manually
resolution is excellent (29 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports face detection focusing
saves RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Sigma fp L as a Street photography camera
Sigma Quattro as a Street photography camera
78
great sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW files
supports focus by touch
environment proof
very good ISO range (25,600)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
59
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
environment proof
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
more heavy than others in class (625g)
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Sports Comparison

Sigma fp L as a Sports photography camera
Sigma Quattro as a Sports photography camera
79
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000 seconds)
excellent megapixels (61 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
supports tracking autofocus
environment proof
supports phase detect auto focus
no image stabilization
terrible battery (240 per charge)
70
resolution is excellent (29MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports tracking autofocus
environment proof
comes with phase detect AF
low fps (3.8 frames/s)
lack of image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Sigma fp L Travel photography information
Sigma Quattro Travel photography information
73
environment proof
supports focus by touch
excellent megapixels (61 megapixels)
terrible battery (240 per charge)
display isn't selfie friendly
55
environment proof
resolution is excellent (29 megapixels)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
more heavy than others in class (625g)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Sigma fp L Landscape photography details
Sigma Quattro Landscape photography details
81
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Leica L mount)
screen is a good size (3.2 inch)
excellent megapixels (61 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
very good ISO range (25,600)
saves RAW files
environment proof
no image stabilization
terrible battery (240 CIPA)
72
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Sigma SA mount)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
resolution is excellent (29MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
environment proof
lack of image stabilization
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Sigma fp L
Vlogging with Sigma Quattro
38
touchscreen enabled
supports face detection focus
video res high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
comes with external mic port
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
22
supports face detection focusing
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great ( pxls)
doesn't have external microphone support
more heavy than others in class (625 grams)
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Sigma fp L vs Sigma Quattro Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sigma fp L and Sigma Quattro
 Sigma fp LSigma sd Quattro
General Information
Make Sigma Sigma
Model type Sigma fp L Sigma sd Quattro
Class Advanced Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Revealed 2021-03-25 2016-02-23
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by - Dual TRUE III
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size Full frame APS-C
Sensor measurements 36 x 24mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 864.0mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 61 megapixels 29 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 9520 x 6328 5424 x 3616
Highest native ISO 25600 6400
Highest boosted ISO 102400 -
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW data
Min boosted ISO 6 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points 49 9
Lens
Lens mount type Leica L Sigma SA
Number of lenses 40 76
Focal length multiplier 1 1.5
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3.2 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 2,100k dots 1,620k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic (optional) Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 3,680k dots 2,360k dots
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.83x 0.73x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30s 30s
Maximum shutter speed 1/8000s 1/4000s
Continuous shooting rate 10.0 frames per second 3.8 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings no built-in flash no built-in flash
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM -
Highest video resolution 3840x2160 -
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes (USB Power Delivery supported) USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 427 gr (0.94 pounds) 625 gr (1.38 pounds)
Physical dimensions 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") 147 x 95 x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 240 pictures -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Battery ID BP-51 BP-61
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One One
Retail price $2,499 $738