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Sigma Quattro vs Sony FX30

Portability
63
Imaging
69
Features
56
Overall
63
Sigma sd Quattro front
 
Sony FX30 front
Portability
64
Imaging
73
Features
92
Overall
80

Sigma Quattro vs Sony FX30 Key Specs

Sigma Quattro
(Full Review)
  • 29MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sigma SA Mount
  • 625g - 147 x 95 x 91mm
  • Introduced February 2016
Sony FX30
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 32000 (Raise to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 646g - 130 x 78 x 85mm
  • Released September 2022
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Sigma Quattro vs Sony FX30 Overview

The following is a extended assessment of the Sigma Quattro and Sony FX30, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Sigma and Sony. The image resolution of the Quattro (29MP) and the FX30 (26MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Quattro was unveiled 7 years earlier than the FX30 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Quattro matches up vs the FX30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Sigma Quattro over the Sony FX30

 Quattro FX30 

Reasons to pick Sony FX30 over the Sigma Quattro

 FX30 Quattro 
ReleasedSeptember 2022February 2016Newer by 80 months
Display typeFully articulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display resolution2360k1620kSharper display (+740k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Sigma Quattro and Sony FX30

 Quattro FX30 
Focus manually Very precise focus
Display sizing3"3.00"Equivalent display dimensions

Sigma Quattro vs Sony FX30 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to travel with your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sigma Quattro has outer measurements of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs) whilst the Sony FX30 has measurements of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

Analyze the Sigma Quattro and Sony FX30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the Quattro versus the FX30.

Sigma Quattro vs Sony FX30 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Quattro and FX30 is 63 and 64 respectively.

Sigma Quattro vs Sony FX30 top view buttons comparison

Sigma Quattro vs Sony FX30 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it's tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The picture here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Quattro and FX30.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sigma Quattro to deliver more detail having an extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged Quattro is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Sigma Quattro vs Sony FX30 sensor size comparison

Sigma Quattro vs Sony FX30 Screen and ViewFinder

Sigma Quattro vs Sony FX30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sigma Quattro as a Portrait photography camera
Sony FX30 as a Portrait photography camera
81
manual focus
excellent megapixels (29MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
includes face detection autofocus
saves RAW formats
83
focusing manually
resolution is amazing (26 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
offers face detect autofocus
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Sigma Quattro Street photography highlights
Sony FX30 Street photography highlights
59
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
environment proofing
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
more heavy than average (625 grams)
73
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
boasts touch focus
environment proofing
great high ISO (32,000)
heavier than average in class (646g)
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Sports Comparison

Sigma Quattro Sports photography info
Sony FX30 Sports photography info
70
excellent megapixels (29MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
includes tracking autofocus
environment proofing
has phase detect autofocus
painfully slow continuous shooting (3.8 frames/s)
no image stabilization
86
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
resolution is amazing (26 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
offers tracking focus
environment proofing
better than average battery pack (570 per charge)
sensor has phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Sigma Quattro Travel photography highlights
Sony FX30 Travel photography highlights
55
environment proofing
excellent megapixels (29 megapixels)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
more heavy than average (625 grams)
display is not selfie friendly
74
better than average battery pack (570 CIPA)
environment proofing
supports bluetooth
boasts touch focus
resolution is amazing (26MP)
display is selfie friendly
heavier than average in class (646 grams)
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Landscape Comparison

Sigma Quattro as a Landscape photography camera
Sony FX30 as a Landscape photography camera
72
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Sigma SA mount)
good sized screen (3")
excellent megapixels (29 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
environment proofing
no image stabilization
doesn't have Timelapse mode
85
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Sony E mount)
nice screen size (3.00 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
resolution is amazing (26MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
great high ISO (32,000)
supports RAW formats
environment proofing
better than average battery pack (570 shots)
2 card slots
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Vlogging Comparison

Sigma Quattro as a Vlogging camera
Sony FX30 as a Vlogging camera
22
includes face detection autofocus
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video quality not great ( resolution)
doesn't have external microphone port
more heavy than average (625 grams)
74
display is selfie friendly
touch screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
offers face detect autofocus
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
includes mic support
heavier than average in class (646 grams)
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Sigma Quattro vs Sony FX30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sigma Quattro and Sony FX30
 Sigma sd QuattroSony FX30
General Information
Brand Sigma Sony
Model type Sigma sd Quattro Sony FX30
Type Advanced Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Introduced 2016-02-23 2022-09-28
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Dual TRUE III -
Sensor type CMOS (Foveon X3) BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.5 x 15.6mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor surface area 366.6mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 29 megapixel 26 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 5424 x 3616 6192 x 4128
Highest native ISO 6400 32000
Highest enhanced ISO - 102400
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Lowest enhanced ISO - 50
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points 9 759
Lens
Lens support Sigma SA Sony E
Available lenses 76 187
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fully articulated
Display size 3 inches 3.00 inches
Display resolution 1,620k dots 2,360k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.73x -
Features
Min shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Max shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/8000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 3.8 frames per sec 10.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings no built-in flash no built-in flash
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions - 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM
Highest video resolution - 3840x2160
Video file format - XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-I, H.264, H.265
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 625g (1.38 lb) 646g (1.42 lb)
Dimensions 147 x 95 x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") 130 x 78 x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 - 570 photographs
Battery style - Battery Pack
Battery ID BP-61 NP-FZ100
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots
Card slots One 2
Pricing at release $738 $1,800