Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 vs Sigma sd Quattro

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      Specifications

      General Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 Sigma sd Quattro
      BrandPanasonicSigma
      ModelLumix DMC-GH1sd Quattro
      Successor ModelPanasonic Lumix DMC-GH2
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeMirrorlessMirrorless
      Video Capture
      Sensor Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 Sigma sd Quattro
      Sensor TypeCMOSCMOS (Foveon X3)
      Sensor SizeMicro Four ThirdsAPS-C
      Sensor Dimensions17.3 x 13 mm23.5 x 15.6 mm
      Total Pixels14 Megapixel33 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels12 Megapixel29 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range100 - 1,600100 - 6,400
      Boosted ISO Range100 - 3,200
      Photo Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 Sigma sd Quattro
      ProcessorVenus Engine HDDual TRUE III
      Max Image Resolution4000 x 30005424 x 3616
      Other Resolutions4000 x 3000, 4128 x 2752, 4352 x 2448, 3072 x 1728, 2992 x 2992, 2928 x 1952, 2816 x 2112, 2112 x 2112, 2064 x 1376, 2048 x 1536, 1920 x 1080, 1504 x 1504
      Image Aspect Ratios1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:91:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9
      Image File FormatJPEG, RAW
      JPEG Quality LevelsFine, StandardFine, normal, basic
      Bit Depth8-Bit14-Bit
      Timelapse Recording
      White BalanceAuto / Daylight / Cloudy / Shade / Halogen / Flash / White Set 1, 2 / Color temperature settingPresets: Auto, Color Temperature, Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Overcast, Shade
      Focus Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 Sigma sd Quattro
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Selective single-point
      Single
      Continuous
      Live View
      Multi-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Lens ServoAutomatic, Continuous-Servo AF, Single-Servo AF
      AF Detection Range-1 to +18 EV
      Number of Focus Points9
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Animal Eye Detection
      Vehicle Tracking Mode
      Insect Tracking Mode
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Optics Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 Sigma sd Quattro
      Lens MountMicro Four ThirdsSigma SA
      Crop Factor2x1.5x
      Image Stabilization
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Screen Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 Sigma sd Quattro
      Screen TypeFully ArticulatedFixed
      Screen TechnologyTFT LCD
      Touch Screen
      Selfie & Vlogger Friendly LCD Screen
      Screen Size3.0"3.0"
      Screen Resolution460k dot1,620k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 Sigma sd Quattro
      ViewfinderElectronic (LVF)Electronic
      Viewfinder Coverage100%100%
      Viewfinder Magnification1.09x
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.73x
      Viewfinder Resolution2,360k dot
      Viewfinder Eyepoint21 mm
      Diopter Adjustment-4 to +2
      Shutter Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 Sigma sd Quattro
      Shutter TypeElectronic
      Min Shutter Speed60 sec30 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/4000 sec1/4000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting3.0 fps3.6 fps
      Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/bufferUp to 3.6 fps at 19.6 MP for up to 14 Frames (Raw)
      Up to 5.1 fps at 4.9 MP for up to 28 Frames (Raw)
      Flash Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 Sigma sd Quattro
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesAuto
      On
      Off
      Red-Eye
      Slow Sync
      Flash Range10.50 m
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/160 sec1/180 sec
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash SystemPanasonic FL Series (FL220/FL360/FL500) available separatelyTTL
      External Flash ConnectionHot ShoeHot Shoe, PC Terminal
      Exposure Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 Sigma sd Quattro
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Multi
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Exposure ModesProgram AE, Aperture Priority AE, Shutter Priority AE, ManualAperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
      Metering Range0 to +17 EV
      Exposure Compensation±3 EV (1/3 EV increments)±5 EV (1/3 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing ±3 EV (3, 5 shots at 1/3 EV increments)
      Exposure LockAEL/AF lock button is pressed or shutter release button is pressed halfway
      DXO Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 Sigma sd Quattro
      DxO Low Light ISO772
      DxO Color Depth21.6
      DxO Dynamic Range11.6
      DxO Overall Score64
      Video Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 Sigma sd Quattro
      Internal Recording ModesAVCHD or AVI Motion JPEG with Sound
      Interval Recording
      Video FormatsAVCHD
      Max Video Resolution1920 x 1080
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Recording Limit30 min
      Terminals Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 Sigma sd Quattro
      Other I/O1 x Micro-USB (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 1) Output
      1 x Sigma Proprietary Remote Input
      1 x PC Sync Socket Output
      USB SpeedUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)USB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec)
      HDMI Output Mini
      Speaker
      Built-in MicrophoneStereo
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 Sigma sd Quattro
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Remote Control wired
      Environmental Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 Sigma sd Quattro
      Environmental Sealing
      Operating Temperature32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
      Storage TemperatureOperating Temperature: 32-104°F/0-40°C
      Operating Humidity10% to 80%
      Physical Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 Sigma sd Quattro
      Dimensions124 x 90 x 45 mm (4.88 x 3.54 x 1.77")147 x 95 x 91 mm (5.79 x 3.74 x 3.58")
      Weight (inc. batteries)385 g (0.85 lb / 13.58 oz)625 g (1.38 lb / 22.05 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)8.5 x 7.8 x 5.4"
      Package Weight3.475 lb
      Power and Storage Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 Sigma sd Quattro
      Battery PackBP-61
      Battery Life320 shots
      Internal Storage
      External StorageSingle Slot: SD/SDHCSingle Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC
      Other Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 Sigma sd Quattro
      Self Timer 2 or 10 sec
      Orientation Sensor
      Tripod Mounting Thread1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)
      Accessory Mount1 x Hot Shoe Mount
      Material of ConstructionMagnesium Alloy


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