Sigma Quattro H vs Sony A6400

Here is a extensive analysis of the Sigma Quattro H and Sony A6400, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the Quattro H (45MP) and A6400 (24MP) and the Quattro H (APS-H) and A6400 (APS-C) come with different sensor sizing.

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The Quattro H was released 3 years prior to the A6400 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Quattro H grades vs the A6400 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma sd Quattro H and Sony Alpha a6400. The complete galleries are viewable at Sigma Quattro H Gallery and Sony A6400 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sigma Quattro H comes with external dimensions of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sony A6400 has proportions of 120mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") with a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs).

Check the Sigma Quattro H and Sony A6400 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Quattro H and the A6400.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Quattro H and A6400 is 78 and 83 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing just by checking out technical specs. The photograph below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Quattro H and A6400.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Quattro H because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Sigma Quattro H will provide more detail as a result of its extra 21MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The older Quattro H will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.