Sigma Quattro H vs Sony NEX-7

On this page, we are comparing the Sigma Quattro H versus Sony NEX-7, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the Quattro H (45MP) and NEX-7 (24MP) and the Quattro H (APS-H) and NEX-7 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The Quattro H was announced 4 years later than the NEX-7 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the Quattro H grades against the NEX-7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma sd Quattro H & Sony Alpha NEX-7. The whole galleries are provided at Sigma Quattro H Gallery & Sony NEX-7 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Sigma Quattro H features physical dimensions of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sony NEX-7 has sizing of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the Quattro H vs the NEX-7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Quattro H and NEX-7 is 78 and 84 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by checking out specifications. The visual below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Quattro H and NEX-7.

To sum up, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Quattro H using its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Sigma Quattro H will provide extra detail with its extra 21MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more recent Quattro H will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.