Sigma Quattro vs Sony a3500
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Sigma Quattro vs Sony a3500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 29MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sigma SA Mount
- 625g - 147 x 95 x 91mm
- Introduced 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
- Released March 2014
- Older Model is Sony A3000
Sigma Quattro vs Sony a3500 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Sigma Quattro and Sony a3500, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Sigma and Sony. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the Quattro (29MP) and a3500 (20MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (APS-C).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Quattro was unveiled 24 months later than the a3500 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Sigma Quattro being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony a3500 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the Quattro scores vs the a3500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sigma Quattro vs Sony a3500 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma sd Quattro and Sony Alpha a3500. The full galleries are available at Sigma Quattro Gallery and Sony a3500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma Quattro over the Sony a3500
Quattro | a3500 | |||
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Released | February 2016 | March 2014 | Fresher by 24 months | |
Display resolution | 1620k | 230k | Sharper display (+1390k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony a3500 over the Sigma Quattro
a3500 | Quattro |
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Common features in the Sigma Quattro and Sony a3500
Quattro | a3500 | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Sigma Quattro vs Sony a3500 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Sigma Quattro enjoys external dimensions of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") having a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs) whilst the Sony a3500 has proportions of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).
Take a look at the Sigma Quattro and Sony a3500 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the Quattro and the a3500.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Quattro and a3500 is 63 and 69 respectively.
Sigma Quattro vs Sony a3500 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through specifications. The photograph here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Quattro and a3500.
To sum up, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sigma Quattro to show more detail having an extra 9MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos more aggressively. The newer Quattro provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
Sigma Quattro vs Sony a3500 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
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Sigma Quattro vs Sony a3500 Specifications
Sigma sd Quattro | Sony Alpha a3500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sigma | Sony |
Model type | Sigma sd Quattro | Sony Alpha a3500 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2016-02-23 | 2014-03-21 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 | 29MP | 20MP |
Anti alias 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 format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Sigma SA | Sony E |
Available lenses | 76 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,620 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.73x | 0.47x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.8fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 6.00 m (at ISO200 / 4m at ISO100) |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Flash off, Auto flash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync. |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | - | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | AVCHD, H.264 |
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 625g (1.38 lbs) | 411g (0.91 lbs) |
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 rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 470 shots |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP-61 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2-sec. or 10-sec. delay) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $738 | $398 |