Sigma
fp L
World's smallest full-frame interchangeable camera with 61MP and L-mount.
$2,499
Released Jul 2021
Sigma
sd Quattro
Foveon APS-C body delivering exceptional per-pixel detail for stills purists.
$999
Released Feb 2016
fp L is 5.3 years newer.
Wins
fp L
Wins
sd Quattro
16 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- Afp L has higher Resolution (61 MP vs 29.5 MP)
- Bsd Quattro has lower Weight (520 g vs 720 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
fp L
138 × 98 × 88 mm
720 g (1.59 lb / 25.40 oz)
sd Quattro
138 × 98 × 88 mm
520 g (1.15 lb / 18.34 oz)
fp L and sd Quattro share virtually identical body dimensions.
fp L is 200 g heavier than sd Quattro.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm fp L · 88mm sd Quattro
Sensor size, to scale
fp L
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
sd Quattro
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
2.4× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
fp L
Resolution
61 MP vs 29.5 MP — higher is better
AA filter
Only fp L supports it
Reasons to choose
sd Quattro
Weight
520 g vs 720 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 25,600
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 49
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 90 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
fp L
Pros
- ✓Tiny full-frame
- ✓61MP
- ✓L-mount
- ✓Unique industrial design
Cons
- –No IBIS
- –Small battery
- –Minimal ergonomics
sd Quattro
Pros
- ✓Unique Foveon color
- ✓High acutance
- ✓Distinct rendering
Cons
- –Slow
- –Poor high ISO
- –SA mount limited
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, fp L or sd Quattro?
fp L scores 9.0/10 versus 5.0/10 for sd Quattro — 61MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the fp L and sd Quattro?
fp L is 61 MP and sd Quattro is 29.5 MP, so the fp L captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the fp L and sd Quattro have in-body image stabilization?
fp L has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while sd Quattro has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the fp L or the sd Quattro?
fp L reaches 15 fps electronic. sd Quattro reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the fp L and sd Quattro?
fp L weighs 720 g and sd Quattro weighs 520 g, so the sd Quattro is 200 g lighter.
Do the fp L and sd Quattro record 4K video?
fp L: 4K up to 60p. sd Quattro: 4K up to 60p.
Are the fp L and sd Quattro weather sealed?
fp L: Yes. sd Quattro: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the fp L and 640 shots for the sd Quattro, giving the sd Quattro the edge.
How much does each cost?
fp L launched at $2,499 and sd Quattro at $999. The sd Quattro is $1,500 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.