Sigma Quattro H vs Sony A380
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Sigma Quattro H vs Sony A380 Key Specs
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- 45MP - APS-H Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sigma SA Mount
- n/ag - 147 x 95 x 91mm
- Introduced February 2016
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Sigma Quattro H vs Sony A380 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Sigma Quattro H and Sony A380, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Sigma and Sony. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the Quattro H (45MP) and A380 (14MP) and the Quattro H (APS-H) and A380 (APS-C) have totally different sensor measurements.

The Quattro H was launched 6 years after the A380 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Sigma Quattro H being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A380 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Quattro H grades against the A380 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Sigma Quattro H vs Sony A380 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma sd Quattro H and Sony Alpha DSLR-A380. The complete galleries are available at Sigma Quattro H Gallery and Sony A380 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma Quattro H over the Sony A380
Quattro H | A380 | |||
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Launched | February 2016 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 80 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+1390k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A380 over the Sigma Quattro H
A380 | Quattro H | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Sigma Quattro H and Sony A380
Quattro H | A380 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Sigma Quattro H vs Sony A380 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Sigma Quattro H features exterior measurements of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sony A380 has measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 519 grams (1.14 lbs).
Check out the Sigma Quattro H and Sony A380 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Quattro H vs the A380.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Quattro H and A380 is 78 and 68 respectively.

Sigma Quattro H vs Sony A380 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by going over specifications. The picture below will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Quattro H and A380.
Plainly, both the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Quattro H because of its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Sigma Quattro H will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 31 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Quattro H is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.

Sigma Quattro H vs Sony A380 Screen and ViewFinder


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Sigma Quattro H vs Sony A380 Specifications
Sigma sd Quattro H | Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sigma | Sony |
Model type | Sigma sd Quattro H | Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2016-02-23 | 2009-08-24 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Dual TRUE III | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS (Foveon X3) | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-H | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 26.6 x 17.9mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 476.1mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 45MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6200 x 4152 | 4592 x 3056 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Sigma SA | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Number of lenses | 76 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.4 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,620k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.73x | 0.49x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.8 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Max video resolution | - | None |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 519g (1.14 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 147 x 95 x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") | 128 x 97 x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 67 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.8 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 614 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 500 photos |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP-61 | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $1,134 | $899 |