• APS-C 364.3mm2
  • 19.6 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • 35mm 855.6mm2
  • 24.0 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 6400

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Differences

Sigma sd Quattro advantages over Leica M-D (Typ 262)

  • Rear display
    Yes vs No
    Review photos on the back of the camera
  • Focus peaking
    Peaker vs Non-peaker
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
    Yes vs No
    A unique sensor design provides sharp photos without moiré

Leica M-D (Typ 262) advantages over Sigma sd Quattro

  • Larger sensor
    35mm vs APS-C
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 5.99 vs 4.33 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Thinner
    42 mm vs 90 mm
    Thinner
  • More pixels
    24.0 vs 19.6 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Longer exposure
    60 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Neither provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Dual card slots
    Neither provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Sony A3000

Sigma sd Quattro
Sony A3000
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • HDMI out
  • $500
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • In-camera panoramas
Leica M-D (Typ 262)
Sony A3000
  • $5995
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $500
  • APS-C
  • Rear display
  • Lens selection

Compared to Leica M Monochrom (Typ 246)

Sigma sd Quattro
Leica M Monochrom (Typ 246)
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • $7595
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
Leica M-D (Typ 262)
Leica M Monochrom (Typ 246)
  • $5995
  • 35mm
  • $7595
  • 35mm
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking

Compared to Sigma sd Quattro H

Sigma sd Quattro
Sigma sd Quattro H
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • Bigger RAW buffer
  • $1199
  • APS-H
  • Larger sensor
  • More pixels
Leica M-D (Typ 262)
Sigma sd Quattro H
  • $5995
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $1199
  • APS-H
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking

Compared to Leica M10

Sigma sd Quattro
Leica M10
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • $7656
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
Leica M-D (Typ 262)
Leica M10
  • $5995
  • 35mm
  • $7656
  • 35mm
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking

Compared to Fujifilm X-H1

Sigma sd Quattro
Fujifilm X-H1
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • More dots on screen
  • $1199
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
Leica M-D (Typ 262)
Fujifilm X-H1
  • $5995
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $1199
  • APS-C
  • Rear display
  • Lens selection
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