Sigma
fp
Minimalist full-frame box camera for creative stills and video.
$1,899
Released Jul 2019
Sigma
sd Quattro H
Foveon sensor APS-H body with unique color rendering for stills purists.
$1,299
Released Mar 2016
fp is 3.3 years newer.
Wins
fp
Wins
sd Quattro H
13 categories tied
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TL;DR — Key differences
- Bsd Quattro H has higher IBIS effectiveness (6 stops vs 0 stops)
- Bsd Quattro H has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
- Bsd Quattro H has higher Resolution (44.8 MP vs 24.2 MP)
- Bsd Quattro H has lower Weight (520 g vs 720 g)
- Bsd Quattro H has higher Burst (electronic) (15 fps vs 11 fps)
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 H
138 × 98 × 88 mm
520 g (1.15 lb / 18.34 oz)
fp and sd Quattro H share virtually identical body dimensions.
fp is 200 g heavier than sd Quattro H.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm fp · 88mm sd Quattro H
Sensor size, to scale
fp
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
sd Quattro H
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 H
IBIS effectiveness
6 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Animal / bird AF
Only sd Quattro H supports it
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only sd Quattro H supports it
In-body stabilization
Only sd Quattro H supports it
Weather sealing
Only sd Quattro H supports it
Card slots
2 vs 1 — higher is better
Touchscreen
Only sd Quattro H supports it
Headphone jack (3.5mm)
Only sd Quattro H 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 H
Pros
- ✓Unique Foveon color
- ✓High detail per pixel
- ✓Distinct look
Cons
- –Slow operation
- –Poor low light
- –Limited lens range
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, fp or sd Quattro H?
sd Quattro H 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 H?
fp is 24.2 MP and sd Quattro H is 44.8 MP, so the sd Quattro H captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the fp and sd Quattro H have in-body image stabilization?
fp does not have IBIS, while sd Quattro H has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the fp or the sd Quattro H?
fp reaches 11 fps electronic. sd Quattro H reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the fp and sd Quattro H?
fp weighs 720 g and sd Quattro H weighs 520 g, so the sd Quattro H is 200 g lighter.
Do the fp and sd Quattro H record 4K video?
fp: 4K up to 60p. sd Quattro H: 4K up to 60p.
Are the fp and sd Quattro H weather sealed?
fp: No. sd Quattro H: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the fp and 640 shots for the sd Quattro H, giving the sd Quattro H the edge.
How much does each cost?
fp launched at $1,899 and sd Quattro H at $1,299. The sd Quattro H is $600 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.