Sigma Quattro vs Sony A3000
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Sigma Quattro vs Sony A3000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 29MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sigma SA Mount
- 625g - 147 x 95 x 91mm
- Launched February 2016
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 411g - 128 x 91 x 85mm
- Launched August 2013
- Renewed by Sony a3500
Sigma Quattro vs Sony A3000 Overview
Below is a extended analysis of the Sigma Quattro versus Sony A3000, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Sigma and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the Quattro (29MP) and A3000 (20MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (APS-C).
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe Quattro was released 2 years later than the A3000 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Sigma Quattro being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A3000 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Quattro matches up against the A3000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sigma Quattro vs Sony A3000 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma sd Quattro & Sony Alpha A3000. The complete galleries are viewable at Sigma Quattro Gallery & Sony A3000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma Quattro over the Sony A3000
Quattro | A3000 | |||
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Launched | February 2016 | August 2013 | More recent by 31 months | |
Display resolution | 1620k | 230k | Clearer display (+1390k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A3000 over the Sigma Quattro
A3000 | Quattro |
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Common features in the Sigma Quattro and Sony A3000
Quattro | A3000 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Sigma Quattro vs Sony A3000 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sigma Quattro has got outside dimensions of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") and a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs) and the Sony A3000 has dimensions of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).
Compare the Sigma Quattro versus Sony A3000 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the Quattro versus the A3000.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Quattro and A3000 is 63 and 69 respectively.
Sigma Quattro vs Sony A3000 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching specifications. The visual below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Quattro and A3000.
Plainly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Sigma Quattro to result in more detail as a result of its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The newer Quattro will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Sigma Quattro vs Sony A3000 Specifications
Sigma sd Quattro | Sony Alpha A3000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sigma | Sony |
Model | Sigma sd Quattro | Sony Alpha A3000 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2016-02-23 | 2013-08-27 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Dual TRUE III | BIONZ image |
Sensor type | CMOS (Foveon X3) | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 29 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5424 x 3616 | 5456 x 3632 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 16000 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Sigma SA | Sony E |
Total lenses | 76 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,620k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.73x | 0.47x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.8 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 6.00 m (at ISO200 / 4m at ISO100) |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Flash off, Auto flash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync. |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | - | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | AVCHD, H.264, MP4 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 625 gr (1.38 lb) | 411 gr (0.91 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 147 x 95 x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") | 128 x 91 x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 78 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1068 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 470 images |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP-61 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2-sec. or 10-sec. delay) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $738 | $398 |