Sigma Quattro vs Sony W330

In this article, we will be reviewing the Sigma Quattro vs Sony W330, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Sigma and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the Quattro (29MP) and W330 (14MP) and the Quattro (APS-C) and W330 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizes.

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The Quattro was released 6 years after the W330 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma Quattro being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W330 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the Quattro scores against the W330 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma sd Quattro and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The complete galleries are provided at Sigma Quattro Gallery and Sony W330 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Sigma Quattro enjoys physical dimensions of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") and a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs) while the Sony W330 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Contrast the Sigma Quattro vs Sony W330 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the Quattro versus the W330.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Quattro and W330 is 63 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes simply by going through specs. The picture below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Quattro and W330.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Quattro because of its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Sigma Quattro will show extra detail as a result of its extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer Quattro provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.