Sony RX1 vs Sigma sd Quattro

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Sony RX1 vs Sigma sd Quattro

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35mm 855.6mm²
24.3 megapixels
35.00mm (35mm eq.)

Go in depth with our full Sony RX1 Review.
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APS-C 364.3mm²
19.6 megapixels
ISO 100 - 6400

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Succeeded by the Sony RX1R II
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Differences

Sony RX1 advantages over Sigma sd Quattro

Larger sensor
35mm vs APS-C
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
Bigger pixels
~ 5.97 vs 4.33 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
In-camera panoramas
Yes vs No
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
Internal flash
Internal flash vs None
Useful in a pinch for fill flash
Thinner
69 mm vs 90 mm
Thinner
External Mic Jack
Jack vs No jack
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
Higher max flash sync
1/4000 vs 1/180 sec
Reduce the effect of ambient light in flash shots
Shoots 24p video
Yes vs No
Gives your movies a big-screen feel
Shoots 1080p video
Yes vs No
You'll want this if you shoot video
More pixels
24.3 vs 19.6 megapixels
Higher resolution photos
Shoots 60p video
Yes vs No
A faster framerate can give you more editing options
Faster RAW shooting
5.2 fps vs 3.6 fps
Faster RAW shooting in burst mode
Higher extended ISO
25600 vs 6400 ISO
Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Sigma sd Quattro advantages over Sony RX1

Less expensive
$899 vs $2398*
Save money for lenses or accessories
Eye-level viewfinder
Eye-level vs Rear display only
You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
On-sensor phase detect
Yes vs No
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
Newer
8 years vs 12 years old
Newer cameras often support more advanced features
More dots on screen
1620k vs 1229k dots
Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
Doesn't require an AA filter
Yes vs No
A unique sensor design provides sharp photos without moiré

Similarities

Common Strengths

Rear display
Both provide
Review photos on the back of the camera
Focus peaking
Both provide
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
RAW file ability
Both provide
Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
Manual focus
Both provide
AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
HDMI out
Both provide
Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
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
Tiltable Screen
Neither provide
Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
Built-in Wi-Fi
Neither provide
Share your photos wirelessly
Built-in Bluetooth
Neither provide
Always-on wireless connectivity
Built-in GPS
Neither provide
Geotag your photos
Top deck display
Neither provide
Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
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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Review Excerpt

Full-frame, 24-megapixel sensor in a compact body; Carl Zeiss Sonnar 35mm f/2 T* lens; Blazing fast autofocus; Impressive image quality that rivals (and sometimes surpasses) full-frame DSLRs; Customizable function buttons make it a breeze to use.
Fixed-length lens limits shooting flexibility; Some exposure bias, color shift, moire and video AF issues; Viewfinders (optical or electronic) only available as optional accessories; Extremely expensive for a compact camera.
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We haven’t finished our review of the Sigma sd Quattro, but we have extensive sample photos and a hands-on report.
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The Competition

Compared to Sony RX1R

Sony RX1

Sony RX1R

$2398
35mm

Has anti-aliasing filter

$2598
35mm

Lacks anti-aliasing filter

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Sigma sd Quattro

Sony RX1R

$699
APS-C

Less expensive
Eye-level viewfinder

$2598
35mm

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

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Compared to Sony A3000

Sony RX1

Sony A3000

$2398
35mm

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

$598
APS-C

Eye-level viewfinder
Longer stills battery life

Compare Sony RX1 vs Sony A3000

Sigma sd Quattro

Sony A3000

$699
APS-C

On-sensor phase detect
HDMI out

$598
APS-C

Lens selection
In-camera panoramas

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Compared to Sony RX1R II

Sony RX1

Sony RX1R II

$2398
35mm

Less expensive
Bigger pixels

$3298
35mm

Eye-level viewfinder
Tiltable Screen

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Sigma sd Quattro

Sony RX1R II

$699
APS-C

Less expensive
More dots on screen

$3298
35mm

Larger sensor
In-camera panoramas

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Compared to Fujifilm X-H1

Sony RX1

Fujifilm X-H1

$2398
35mm

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

$1199
APS-C

Less expensive
Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Sony RX1 vs 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

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Compared to Zeiss ZX1

Sony RX1

Zeiss ZX1

$2398
35mm

Focus peaking
Bigger pixels

$6000
35mm

Eye-level viewfinder
Shoot 4K video

Compare Sony RX1 vs Zeiss ZX1

Sigma sd Quattro

Zeiss ZX1

$699
APS-C

Focus peaking
On-sensor phase detect

$6000
35mm

Larger sensor
Shoot 4K video

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