Panasonic GF5 vs Sigma dp3 Quattro Specifications

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4/3 224.9mm²
12.1 megapixels
ISO 160 - 6400

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APS-C 369.0mm²
19.6 megapixels
75.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Detailed specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5
Sigma dp3 Quattro

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Predecessor:	Panasonic GF3 GF3 vs GF5
Successor:	Panasonic GF6 GF5 vs GF6
General
Model Number:	GF5	dp3 Quattro
Alternate Model Number(s):
Camera Format:	Compact System Camera	Mid-Sized
Currently Manufactured:	No	Yes
Retail Price:	$749.00	$999.00
Street Price:	$449.95	$999.00
Date Available:	2012-06-15	2015-04-15
Tripod Mount:	Yes	Yes
Weight:	12.8 oz (364 g) includes batteries, kit lens	16.4 oz (465 g)
Size:	4.2 x 2.6 x 1.4 in. (108 x 67 x 37 mm)	6.4 x 2.6 x 4.0 in. (161 x 67 x 102 mm)
Waterproof:	No	No
Waterproof Depth:	n/a	n/a

Image Sensor
Sensor Type:	Live MOS	CMOS
Sensor Manufacturer:	Panasonic	Foveon X3 Quattro
Effective Megapixels:	12.1	19.6
Sensor Format:	4/3	APS-C
Sensor size:	224.9mm² (17.30mm x 13.00mm)	368.95mm² (23.50mm x 15.70mm)
Approximate Pixel Pitch:	4.33 microns	4.33 microns
Focal Length Multiplier:	2.0x	1.5x
Aspect Ratio:	4:3	3:2
Color Filter Type:	RGBG	Full Color
Anti Aliasing Filter:	Fixed	Not needed
Self-Cleaning:	Yes	No
Sensor shift image stabilization:	No	No
On-Sensor Phase Detect:	No	No
DxO Sensor Score:	61
DxO Color Depth Score (bits):	21.4
DxO Dynamic Range Score (evs):	11.6
DxO Maximum Effective ISO Score (iso):	618
Image Capture
Image Resolution:	4000 x 3000 (12.0 MP, 4:3), 4000 x 2672 (10.7 MP, 3:2), 4000 x 2248 (9.0 MP, 16:9), 2816 x 2112 (5.9 MP, 4:3), 2816 x 1880 (5.3 MP, 3:2), 2816 x 1584 (4.5 MP, 16:9), 2992 x 2992 (9.0 MP, 1:1), 2112 x 2112 (4.5 MP, 1:1), 2048 x 1536 (3.1 MP, 4:3), 2048 x 1360 (2.8 MP, Other), 1920 x 1080 (2.1 MP, 16:9), 1504 x 1504 (2.3 MP, 1:1), 1600 x 1200 (1.9 MP, 4:3), 1600 x 1064 (1.7 MP, 3:2), 1600 x 904 (1.4 MP, Other), 1440 x 1440 (2.1 MP, 1:1)	5424 x 3616 (19.6 MP, 3:2), 4816 x 3616 (17.4 MP, 4:3), 5424 x 3048 (16.5 MP, 16:9), 3616 x 3616 (13.1 MP, 1:1), 5424 x 2328 (12.6 MP, Other), 2704 x 1808 (4.9 MP, 3:2), 2400 x 1808 (4.3 MP, 4:3), 2704 x 1520 (4.1 MP, 16:9), 1808 x 1808 (3.3 MP, 1:1), 2704 x 1160 (3.1 MP, Other), 7680 x 5120 (39.3 MP, 3:2), 6816 x 5120 (34.9 MP, 4:3), 7680 x 4320 (33.2 MP, 16:9), 5120 x 5120 (26.2 MP, 1:1), 7680 x 3296 (25.3 MP, Other)
Image File Format:	JPEG (EXIF v2.3), MPO, RAW, RAW+JPEG	JPEG (EXIF 2.3), 14-bit RAW (.X3F), RAW+JPEG
Continuous-mode frames/second:	4.0	n/a
Video Capture
Can take movies:	Yes	No
Movie Resolution:	1920x1080 (30p/60i (sensor output is 30p)) 1280x720 (60p/30p) 640x480 (30p)
Movie File Format:	AVCHD (Audio format: Dolby Digital 2 ch) / MP4 (Audio format: AAC 2 ch)
Composite Video Out:	Yes	No
NTSC/PAL Switchable Video:	No	n/a
Video Usable as Viewfinder:	No	n/a
HD Video Out:	Yes	No
HD Video Connection:	HDMI

Lens & Optics
Lens Mount:	Micro Four Thirds	n/a
Lens:	Panasonic LUMIX G X VARIO PZ 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH/POWER O.I.S.	Sigma Lens; 10 elements in 8 groups
Focal Length (35mm equivalent):	28 - 84mm	75mm
Focal Length (actual):	14 - 42mm	50mm
Zoom Ratio:	3.00x	1.00x
Aperture Range:	f/3.5 (W) / f/5.6 (T) - f/22	f/2.8 - f/16, with 7-bladed diaphragm
Integrated ND Filter:	No	No
Normal Focus Range:	20 cm to Infinity 7.9 in to Infinity	100 cm to Infinity 39.4 in to Infinity
Macro Focus Range:		23 cm to Infinity 8.9 in to Infinity
Filter Thread:	37.0mm	58.0mm
Thread Type:	n/a	n/a
Optical Image Stabilization:	Yes	No
Digital Zoom:	Yes
Digital Zoom Values:	Up to 4x
Auto Focus
Auto Focus:	Yes	Yes
Auto Focus Type:	Contrast detection with Face detect, AF tracking, 23-area, 1 area, Pinpoint	Contrast Detection: 9 points select mode, Free move mode (It is possible to change the size of Focus Frame to Spot, Regular and Large), Face Detection AF mode
Auto Focus Assist Light?	Yes	Yes
Manual Focus:	Yes	Yes
Viewfinder
Viewfinder:	No / LCD	No / LCD
Viewfinder Type:
Focus Peaking:	No	No
EVF Resolution:	n/a	n/a
Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent):
Viewfinder Magnification (nominal/claimed):
Display
Eye-level Viewfinder:	No	No
Rear Display:	Yes	Yes
Rear Display Size (inches):	3.0	3.0
Rear Display Resolution:	921,600 dots (307,200 px)	921,600 dots (307,200 px)
Touchscreen:	Yes	No
Articulating Screen:	No	No
Tilt Swivel Screen:	No	No
Selfie Screen:	No	No
Max Playback Zoom:	16.0x	10.0x
Top Deck Display:	No	No

Exposure
Maximum ISO (native):	6400	6400
Minimum ISO (native):	160	100
ISO Settings:	Auto, 160-6400 in 1/3EV steps, extendable to 12800; Intelligent ISO	Auto, 100-6400 in 1/3 EV steps; Auto has programmable High/Low limits
Auto ISO Mode:	Yes	Yes
White Balance Settings:	Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Shade, Incandescent, Flash, White Set 1, White Set 2, Color Temperature Setting	Auto, Auto (Lighting Source Priority), Daylight, Shade, Overcast, Incandescent, Fluorescent, Color Temperature, Flash, Custom
Shutter Speed Range:	1/4000 - 60 sec	1/2000 - 30 sec
Bulb Mode:	No	No
Exposure Compensation:	+/- 3.0EV in 0.3EV steps	+/- 3.0EV in 0.3EV steps
Metering Modes:	144-zone Intelligent Multiple, Center-weighted, Spot	Evaluative, center-weighted average, spot
Program Auto Exposure:	Yes	Yes
Aperture Priority:	Yes	Yes
Shutter Priority:	Yes	Yes
Full Manual Exposure:	Yes	Yes
Creative Exposure Modes:	Scene Guide: Clear Portrait, Silky Skin, Backlit Softness, Clear in Backlight, Relaxing Tone, Sweet Child's Face, Distinct Scenery, Bright Blue Sky, Romantic Sunset Glow, Vivid Sunset Glow, Glistening Water, Clear Nightscape, Cool Night Sky, Warm Glowing Nightscape, Artistic Nightscape, Glittering Illuminations, Clear Night Portrait, Soft Image of a Flower, Appetizing Food, Cute Dessert, Freeze Animal Motion, Clear Sports Shot, Monochrome; Creative Control: Expressive, Retro, High Key, Low Key, Sepia, Dynamic Monochrome, Impressive Art, High Dynamic, Cross Process, Toy Effect, Miniature Effect, One Point Color.	Color modes: Standard, Vivid, Neutral, Portrait, Landscape, Cinema, Sunset Red, Forest Green, FOV Classic Blue, FOV Classic Yellow, Monochrome
Self Timer:	2, 10, 10 (3 images) seconds	2 or 10 seconds
Time Lapse (intervalometer):		Yes
High Resolution Composite:	No	No
Flash
Built-in Flash:	Yes	No
Flash Modes:	Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off	Normal, Redeye, Slow Sync., Redeye + Slow Sync (with compatible external flash unit)
Flash Guide Number (ISO 100):	5.0 m / 16.4 ft.	n/a
Flash Range Description:	Lens dependent; GN 6.3 (ISO 160, m)	Optional EF-140S compact flash has GN=14m (ISO 100)
Max Flash Sync:	1/160	1/1250 at F2.8, 1/1600 at F4 and 1/2000 at F5.6
Flash Exposure Compensation:		+/- 3.0 EV in 0.3EV steps
External Flash Connection:	n/a	Hot Shoe
Built-In Wireless Flash Control:
Image Storage
Usable Memory Types:	SD / SDHC / SDXC	SD / SDHC / SDXC
UHS Support:	UHS-I	UHS-I
Other Memory:	Compatible with UHS-I standard
Dual Card Slots:	No	No
RAW Capture Support:	Yes	Yes
Uncompressed Format:	RAW, RAW+JPEG	14-bit RAW (.X3F), RAW+JPEG
Movie File Format:	AVCHD (Audio format: Dolby Digital 2 ch) / MP4 (Audio format: AAC 2 ch)
Included Memory:	No memory included	No memory included
Included Memory Type:
Connectivity
Built-In Wi-Fi:	No	No
NFC:	No	No
Bluetooth:	No	No
Built-In GPS:	No	No
Microphone Jack:	No	No
Headphone Jack:	No	No
External Connections:	USB 2.0 High Speed	USB 2.0 High Speed
PictBridge Compliant:	Yes	No
DPOF Compliant:	Yes	Yes
Remote Control:	No	Yes
Remote Control Type:		Via USB cable switch
Connections (extended):	Mini HDMI (Type C)

Performance Timing
Cycle time for JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame, max resolution):	0.45
Cycle time for RAW shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame):	0.42
Buffer size for RAW shooting in single shot mode (frames):	4
Cycle time for RAW+JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per shot):
Camera penalizes early shutter press?	No
JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps, max resolution):	4.0
Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution):	5
RAW shooting speed in burst mode (fps):
Buffer size for RAW shooting in burst mode (frames):
RAW+JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps):
Buffer Size for RAW+JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames):
Shutter lag (full AF, wide/mid):	0.18 seconds
Shutter lag (full AF, tele):
Shutter lag (full AF, live view - DSLR):
Shutter lag (prefocused, live view - DSLR):
Shutter Lag (manual focus):	0.074 seconds
Shutter lag (full AF, with flash):	0.41 seconds
Shutter Lag (prefocused):	0.066 seconds
Shutter Lag (notes):	Full AF shutter lag, Wide-area = 0.189s
Startup Time:	1.4 seconds
Play -> Record Time:	0.6 seconds
Flash cycle time, full power:	4.8 seconds
Power
Battery Life, Stills (CIPA Rating Monitor/Live View):	330 shots	200 shots
Battery Life, Still (CIPA Rating OVF/EVF):
Battery Life, Video:
Battery Form Factor:	Proprietary 7.2v 940mAh	Proprietary BP-51
Usable Battery Types:	Lithium-ion rechargeable	Lithium-ion rechargeable
Batteries Included:	1 x Proprietary Lithium-ion rechargeable	2 x Proprietary BP-51 Lithium-ion rechargeable
Battery Charger Included (dedicated charger or AC/USB adapter):	Yes	Yes
Dedicated Battery Charger Included:		Yes
Internal Charging Supported:		No
Software
Included Software:	PHOTOfunSTUDIO 8.2 AE, SILKYPIX Developer Studio 3.1 SE, Super LoiloScope (trial), USB Driver	SIGMA Photo Pro
OS Compatibility:	Windows, Mac OS	Windows, Mac OS
Miscellaneous
Notes & Features:	Newly developed 12.1-megapixel Live MOS sensor and redesigned Venus Engine. The noise reduction system includes a combination 3DNR (3D Noise Reduction) and MNR (Multi-process Noise Reduction). Available in black, white and red later this year.	New Foveon X3 Quattro sensor and TRUE III image processing engine.