Sigma Quattro H vs Sony TX55

Below, we are evaluating the Sigma Quattro H versus Sony TX55, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Sigma and Sony. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the Quattro H (45MP) and TX55 (16MP) and the Quattro H (APS-H) and TX55 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The Quattro H was revealed 4 years after the TX55 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Sigma Quattro H being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX55 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Quattro H matches up versus the TX55 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma sd Quattro H & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The full galleries are viewable at Sigma Quattro H Gallery & Sony TX55 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Sigma Quattro H has exterior measurements 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 TX55 has measurements of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") and a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the Quattro H and the TX55.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Quattro H and TX55 is 78 and 97 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading technical specs. The image underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Quattro H and TX55.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Quattro H with its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Sigma Quattro H will offer greater detail because of its extra 29 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The younger Quattro H is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.