Sigma Quattro H vs Sony A99
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Sigma Quattro H vs Sony A99 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 45MP - APS-H Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sigma SA Mount
- n/ag - 147 x 95 x 91mm
- Introduced February 2016
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 812g - 147 x 111 x 78mm
- Announced December 2012
- Old Model is Sony A900
- New Model is Sony A99 II
Sigma Quattro H vs Sony A99 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Sigma Quattro H versus Sony A99, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Sigma and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the Quattro H (45MP) and A99 (24MP) and the Quattro H (APS-H) and A99 (Full frame) provide totally different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Quattro H was brought out 3 years after the A99 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Sigma Quattro H being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A99 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Quattro H grades vs the A99 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Sigma Quattro H vs Sony A99 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma sd Quattro H and Sony SLT-A99. The entire galleries are provided at Sigma Quattro H Gallery and Sony A99 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma Quattro H over the Sony A99
Quattro H | A99 | |||
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Announced | February 2016 | December 2012 | More modern by 39 months | |
Display resolution | 1620k | 1229k | Sharper display (+391k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A99 over the Sigma Quattro H
A99 | Quattro H | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Sigma Quattro H and Sony A99
Quattro H | A99 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display sizing | |
Touch display | No Touch display |
Sigma Quattro H vs Sony A99 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera, you need to think about its weight and size. The Sigma Quattro H offers outside dimensions of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sony A99 has specifications of 147mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs).
Contrast the Sigma Quattro H versus Sony A99 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the Quattro H vs the A99.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Quattro H and A99 is 78 and 57 respectively.
Sigma Quattro H vs Sony A99 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing specifications. The pic here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Quattro H and A99.
Plainly, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Quattro H due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sigma Quattro H will produce extra detail having its extra 21MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent Quattro H will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Sigma Quattro H vs Sony A99 Specifications
Sigma sd Quattro H | Sony SLT-A99 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sigma | Sony |
Model type | Sigma sd Quattro H | Sony SLT-A99 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2016-02-23 | 2012-12-12 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Dual TRUE III | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS (Foveon X3) | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-H | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 26.6 x 17.9mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 476.1mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 45 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6200 x 4152 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 19 |
Cross type focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Sigma SA | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Total lenses | 76 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.4 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,620k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Xtra Fine color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.73x | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.8 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | - | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 812 grams (1.79 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 147 x 95 x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") | 147 x 111 x 78mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 89 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 25.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.0 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1555 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 500 images |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP-61 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo; SD, SDHC and SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | Dual |
Retail price | $1,134 | $1,998 |