Distinctive Foveon sensor rendering
Its 29 MP Foveon X3 Quattro direct image sensor is known for unique image rendering and high detail in ideal conditions.
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sd Quattro
A Foveon-sensor mirrorless camera known for unique image rendering and high detail in ideal conditions. It has a dedicated enthusiast following.
General Information
BrandSigma
Namesd Quattro
Product Highlights
Interchangeable Sigma SA lenses
The Sigma SA bayonet mount supports interchangeable Sigma SA lenses for flexible lens selection.
Built-in electronic viewing
An electronic viewfinder and 3.0-inch TFT color LCD provide two options for framing and reviewing images.
The Sigma sd Quattro is a rangefinder-style mirrorless interchangeable-lens camera with a 29 MP Foveon X3 Quattro sensor, Sigma SA lens mount, electronic viewfinder, and 3.0-inch TFT color LCD.
Media Reviews
Trusted Reviews
Sigma sd Quattro Review
The camera is considered a good performer that is ultimately hindered by poor high-ISO capabilities and a lack of video recording functionality.
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Photo Review8.5/10
Sigma sd Quattro - Photo Review
An interesting camera specifically for Foveon sensor enthusiasts that addresses previous criticisms while remaining unsuitable for everyday snapshooters.
Imaging Resource
Sigma sd Quattro Field Test: A tale of two cameras, slow and frustrating, but fantastic in the right situation
A slow, frustrating camera with poor autofocus and high-ISO performance, yet it remains one of the best buys for tripod-based photographers due to its exceptional detail capture at base ISO.
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Photigy
Sigma sd Quattro Camera Review
A unique, highly capable tool for studio or product photography that offers unmatched price-to-image-quality, despite being slow and lacking video capabilities.
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Video Analysis
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Sigma SD Quattro H - Hands On Review
101,245 views • 9 years ago
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Trying Sigma's Best Foveon Camera Yet
60,187 views • 2 years ago
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Sigma SD Quattro H Review
53,681 views • 4 years ago
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Sigma sd Quattro: Overview after 4 years of use!
47,471 views • 5 years ago
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Sigma sd Quattro Part 2: Is it right for you? My thoughts of the camera after four years of use!
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Sigma SD Quattro H Review : What the hell is this thing?
8,383 views • 2 years ago
Attributes
| Attribute | Specification | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Autofocus Points | 9 | |
| Battery Life | 200 shots | shots |
| Body Type | Mirrorless interchangeable-lens camera (rangefinder-style body) | |
| Burst Shooting Speed | 3.6 fps | fps |
| Connectivity Options | USB 3.0 (micro B), HDMI (Type C mini-pin), Remote (wired) | |
| Display Type And Size | TFT color LCD, 3.0-inch | inches |
| Image Stabilization | None (no optical image stabilization / sensor-shift) | |
| Iso Range | ISO 100-6400 | |
| Lens Type | Interchangeable SIGMA SA mount lenses (Sigma SA bayonet) | |
| Sensor Resolution | 29 MP | MP |
| Sensor Type | CMOS (Foveon X3 Quattro direct image sensor) | |
| Storage Support | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Eye-Fi | |
| Viewfinder Type | Electronic viewfinder (EVF) | |
| Weather Sealing | No | |
| Weight | 625 g | g |
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