Sigma
fp
Minimalist full-frame box camera for creative stills and video.
$1,899
Released Jul 2019
Sigma
sd Quattro
Foveon APS-C body delivering exceptional per-pixel detail for stills purists.
$999
Released Feb 2016
fp is 3.4 years newer.
Wins
fp
Wins
sd Quattro
13 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- Bsd Quattro has higher IBIS effectiveness (6 stops vs 0 stops)
- Bsd Quattro has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
- Bsd Quattro has lower Weight (520 g vs 720 g)
- Bsd Quattro has higher Burst (electronic) (15 fps vs 11 fps)
- Bsd Quattro has higher Resolution (29.5 MP vs 24.2 MP)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
fp
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 and sd Quattro share virtually identical body dimensions.
fp is 200 g heavier than sd Quattro.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm fp · 88mm sd Quattro
Sensor size, to scale
fp
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
AA filter
Only fp supports it
Reasons to choose
sd Quattro
IBIS effectiveness
6 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Animal / bird AF
Only sd Quattro supports it
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only sd Quattro supports it
In-body stabilization
Only sd Quattro supports it
Weather sealing
Only sd Quattro supports it
Card slots
2 vs 1 — higher is better
Touchscreen
Only sd Quattro supports it
Headphone jack (3.5mm)
Only sd Quattro supports it
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
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 6 fps
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
fp
Pros
- ✓Ultra compact
- ✓L-mount
- ✓Unique concept
Cons
- –No IBIS
- –24MP
- –Poor ergonomics for long shoots
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 wildlife, fp or sd Quattro?
sd Quattro scores 9.0/10 versus 5.0/10 for fp — Bird AF subject recognition.
What's the resolution difference between the fp and sd Quattro?
fp is 24.2 MP and sd Quattro is 29.5 MP, so the sd Quattro captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the fp and sd Quattro have in-body image stabilization?
fp does not have IBIS, while sd Quattro has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the fp or the sd Quattro?
fp reaches 11 fps electronic. sd Quattro reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the fp and sd Quattro?
fp weighs 720 g and sd Quattro weighs 520 g, so the sd Quattro is 200 g lighter.
Do the fp and sd Quattro record 4K video?
fp: 4K up to 60p. sd Quattro: 4K up to 60p.
Are the fp and sd Quattro weather sealed?
fp: No. sd Quattro: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the fp and 640 shots for the sd Quattro, giving the sd Quattro the edge.
How much does each cost?
fp launched at $1,899 and sd Quattro at $999. The sd Quattro is $900 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.