Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Canon PowerShot SX160 IS

      Sigma DP2 Quattro

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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Sigma DP2 Quattro and the Canon PowerShot SX160 IS, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Sigma DP2 Quattro was introduced in February 2014 and Canon PowerShot SX160 IS was introduced in June 2013. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Sigma DP2 Quattro Highlights

      • 29 MP APS-C Sensor
      • 100 - 6,400 Native ISO
      • 9 Focus Points (9 Cross-type)
      • 3.0" 920k dot Fixed Screen
      • 3.0 fps Continuous Shooting

      Canon PowerShot SX160 IS Highlights

      • 16 MP 1/2.3-inch CCD Sensor
      • 100 - 1,600 Native ISO
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 230k dot Fixed Screen
      • 0.8 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Sigma DP2 Quattro
      4. Advantage of Canon PowerShot SX160 IS
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Screen
      7. Sensor
      8. Photography Features
      9. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
      10. Other Features
      11. Physical Parameters
      12. For Different Types of Photography
      13. Evaluations
      14. Specifications  

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Sigma DP2 Quattro and Canon PowerShot SX160 IS.

      PROS

      Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Canon PowerShot SX160 IS

      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Light - 395 g (0.87 lb / 13.93 oz)
      •   Video Capture
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   High Flash Sync Speed - 1/2000 sec
      •   Light - 291 g (0.64 lb / 10.26 oz)
      •   Orientation Sensor

      CONS

      Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Canon PowerShot SX160 IS

      •   No Video Capture
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 3.0 fps
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/3200 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.8 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 380 shots


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Canon PowerShot SX160 IS

      •   Sensor Resolution - 29 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"

      Advantage of Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Sigma DP2 Quattro
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sigma DP2 Quattro over Canon PowerShot SX160 IS.

      Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Canon PowerShot SX160 IS
      Larger Sensor APS-C vs 1/2.3-inch
      Higher Sensor Resolution 29 Megapixel vs 16 Megapixel
      Higher Native ISO 6,400 vs 1,600
      Max Image Resolution 5424 x 3616 vs 4608 x 3456
      RAW Support vs
      Timelapse Recording vs
      Selective Autofocus vs
      Maximum Aperture at Wide End f/2.8 vs f/3.5
      Maximum Aperture at Tele End f/2.8 vs f/5.9
      Higher Resolution Screen 920k dot vs 230k dot
      Lower Min Shutter Speed 30 sec vs 15 sec
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 3.0 fps vs 0.8 fps
      External Flash Connectivity vs

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      Sony W570
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      1/2.3-inch

      16.2 MP

      Nikon B700
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      1/2.3-inch

      20.2 MP

      Nikon Z30
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      APS-C

      20.9 MP

      Panasonic FH8
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      1/2.33-inch

      16.1 MP

      Nikon S640
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      1/2.33-inch

      12.2 MP

      Canon R8
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Fujifilm X-T2
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      APS-C

      24.3 MP

      Canon R50
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon R100
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      APS-C

      24.1 MP

      Canon SX520 HS
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Canon 5DS
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      Full Frame

      50.6 MP

      Canon R7
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      APS-C

      32.5 MP

      Advantage of Canon PowerShot SX160 IS

      Canon SX160 IS
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Canon PowerShot SX160 IS over Sigma DP2 Quattro.

      Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Canon PowerShot SX160 IS
      Video Capture vs
      Center Autofocus vs
      Tracking Autofocus vs
      Reaches Wider Angle 45 mm mm vs 28 mm
      Reachs More Telephoto 45 mm vs 448 mm
      Greater Optical Zoom 1x vs 16x
      Image Stabilization vs
      Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/2000 sec vs 1/3200 sec
      Built-in Flash vs
      Lighter 395 g (0.87 lb / 13.93 oz) vs 291 g (0.64 lb / 10.26 oz)

      Check out other cameras which are frequently compared to Canon PowerShot SX160 IS.

      Canon SX120 IS
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      1/2.5-inch

      10.0 MP

      Canon SX150 IS
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      1/2.3-inch

      14.1 MP

      Canon SX130 IS
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      1/2.3-inch

      12.1 MP

      Canon SX170 IS
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Pentax Q-S1
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      1/1.7-inch

      12.4 MP

      Leica X Vario
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      APS-C

      16.1 MP

      Sony a6100
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon 70D
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      APS-C

      20.2 MP

      Canon 5DS
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      Full Frame

      50.6 MP

      Canon Rebel T5
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      APS-C

      18.0 MP

      Canon R7
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      APS-C

      32.5 MP

      Nikon Z30
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      APS-C

      20.9 MP

      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Sigma DP2 Quattro Canon PowerShot SX160 IS
        High Native ISO6,4001,600
        Face Detection
        Live View Autofocus
        Light395 g (0.87 lb / 13.93 oz)291 g (0.64 lb / 10.26 oz)
      WEAKNESSES Sigma DP2 Quattro Canon PowerShot SX160 IS
        Few Cross-type Focus Points00
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        No Viewfinder
        Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/2000 sec1/3200 sec
        Low Max Continuous Shooting3.0 fps0.8 fps
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Wi-Fi Eye-Fi Connection possible
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing

      Screen

      Screen

      Sigma DP2 Quattro and Canon PowerShot SX160 IS have 3.0" Fixed screens with 920k dot and 230k dot resolutions respectively.

      Sensor

      Sigma DP2 Quattro features a 29 megapixel APS-C [] sensor with dimensions of 23.5 x 15.7 mm and a total area of 369 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 6,400. Canon PowerShot SX160 IS features a 16 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 1,600.

      Photography Features

      Sigma DP2 Quattro is equipped with TRUE III processor and can take pictures up to 5424 x 3616 resolution. Canon PowerShot SX160 IS is equipped with DIGIC 4 processor and can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution.

      Image Stabilization on Canon PowerShot SX160 IS

      Canon PowerShot SX160 IS has an image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      NFC on Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Sigma DP2 Quattro has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.


      USB Inputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer.


      Battery

      Sigma DP2 Quattro comes with BP-51 battery pack and Canon PowerShot SX160 IS comes with 2 x AA battery pack with battery life of 380 shots.


      External Storage Slots

      Sigma DP2 Quattro has a single card slot. Canon PowerShot SX160 IS has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/2000 sec on Sigma DP2 Quattro, and up to 1/3200 sec on Canon PowerShot SX160 IS. Sigma DP2 Quattro can shoot continuously up to 3.0 fps. Canon PowerShot SX160 IS can shoot continuously up to 0.8 fps.


      Flash

      Canon PowerShot SX160 IS has a built-in flash with maximum range of 3.00 m. Sigma DP2 Quattro has no built-in flash but an external flash may be connected via Shoe Mount. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/2000 sec on Canon PowerShot SX160 IS.

      Physical Parameters

      Sigma DP2 Quattro body has dimensions of 161 x 67 x 82 mm (6.34 x 2.64 x 3.23") and Canon PowerShot SX160 IS body has dimensions of 111 x 73 x 44 mm (4.37 x 2.87 x 1.73"). Sigma DP2 Quattro weighs 395 g (0.87 lb / 13.93 oz) and Canon PowerShot SX160 IS weighs 291 g (0.64 lb / 10.26 oz).

      Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Canon PowerShot SX160 IS

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      67 mm

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      111 mm

      73 mm

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      Size comparisons of Sigma DP2 Quattro and Canon PowerShot SX160 IS

      Sigma DP2 Quattro and Canon PowerShot SX160 IS for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Canon PowerShot SX160 IS

      AVERAGE
      67
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      POOR
      48
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Canon PowerShot SX160 IS

      AVERAGE
      57
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 3.0 fps
      AVERAGE
      67
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.8 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 380 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Wildlife Photography

      Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Canon PowerShot SX160 IS

      POOR
      45
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 3.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      AVERAGE
      65
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.8 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 380 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Portrait Photography

      Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Canon PowerShot SX160 IS

      GOOD
      77
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      GOOD
      73
      •   Small Sensor
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   High Flash Sync Speed - 1/2000 sec
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Canon PowerShot SX160 IS

      GOOD
      78
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 395 g (0.87 lb / 13.93 oz)
      GOOD
      82
      •   Small Sensor
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 291 g (0.64 lb / 10.26 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Canon PowerShot SX160 IS

      GOOD
      84
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 395 g (0.87 lb / 13.93 oz)
      GOOD
      84
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 291 g (0.64 lb / 10.26 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 380 shots

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Sigma DP2 Quattro and Canon PowerShot SX160 IS and give them scores of 56 and 53 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Canon PowerShot SX160 IS

      OVERALL
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      OVERALL
      53

      Sensor

      Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Canon PowerShot SX160 IS

      AVERAGE
      68
      •   Sensor Resolution - 29 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      POOR
      46
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Canon PowerShot SX160 IS

      AVERAGE
      62
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 3.0 fps
      AVERAGE
      63
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/3200 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.8 fps
      •   High Flash Sync Speed - 1/2000 sec
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Video

      Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Canon PowerShot SX160 IS

      BAD
      0
      •   No Image Stabilization
      POOR
      43
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720

      Focusing

      Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Canon PowerShot SX160 IS

      AVERAGE
      63
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      GOOD
      70
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Canon PowerShot SX160 IS

      AVERAGE
      57
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      POOR
      52
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Canon PowerShot SX160 IS

      AVERAGE
      55
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      POOR
      44
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Canon PowerShot SX160 IS

      POOR
      50
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 395 g (0.87 lb / 13.93 oz)
      POOR
      45
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 291 g (0.64 lb / 10.26 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 380 shots


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