Sigma Quattro vs Sony A7R II
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Sigma Quattro vs Sony A7R II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 29MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sigma SA Mount
- 625g - 147 x 95 x 91mm
- Announced February 2016
(Full Review)
- 42MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Increase to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 625g - 127 x 96 x 60mm
- Announced June 2015
- Earlier Model is Sony A7R
- Updated by Sony A7R III
Sigma Quattro vs Sony A7R II Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Sigma Quattro vs Sony A7R II, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the Quattro (29MP) and A7R II (42MP) and the Quattro (APS-C) and A7R II (Full frame) boast different sensor measurements.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe Quattro was announced 9 months later than the A7R II so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature different body design with the Sigma Quattro being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7R II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving into a full comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Quattro grades against the A7R II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sigma Quattro vs Sony A7R II Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma sd Quattro & Sony Alpha A7R II. The whole galleries are viewable at Sigma Quattro Gallery & Sony A7R II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma Quattro over the Sony A7R II
Quattro | A7R II | |||
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Announced | February 2016 | June 2015 | More recent by 9 months | |
Screen resolution | 1620k | 1229k | Crisper screen (+391k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A7R II over the Sigma Quattro
A7R II | Quattro | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Sigma Quattro and Sony A7R II
Quattro | A7R II | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Sigma Quattro vs Sony A7R II Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Sigma Quattro enjoys exterior measurements of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") having a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs) while the Sony A7R II has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).
Look at the Sigma Quattro vs Sony A7R II in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the Quattro versus the A7R II.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Quattro and A7R II is 63 and 68 respectively.
Sigma Quattro vs Sony A7R II Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements merely by going through specifications. The visual here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Quattro and A7R II.
To sum up, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Quattro using its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sony A7R II will show more detail with its extra 13MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Quattro should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Sigma Quattro vs Sony A7R II Specifications
Sigma sd Quattro | Sony Alpha A7R II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sigma | Sony |
Model | Sigma sd Quattro | Sony Alpha A7R II |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Announced | 2016-02-23 | 2015-06-10 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Dual TRUE III | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS (Foveon X3) | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 29MP | 42MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5424 x 3616 | 7974 x 5316 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 399 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Sigma SA | Sony E |
Total lenses | 76 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,620k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.73x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.8 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | - | 3840x2160 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 625g (1.38 lbs) | 625g (1.38 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 147 x 95 x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") | 127 x 96 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 98 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 26.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.9 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 3434 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 290 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP-61 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $738 | $2,913 |