Sigma
fp
Minimalist full-frame box camera for creative stills and video.
$1,899
Launch priceReleased Jul 2019
Sigma
sd Quattro one
Latest Foveon APS-C body with 61MP-equivalent detail, unique color rendering, and weather sealing.
$2,499
Launch priceReleased Mar 2024
sd Quattro one is 4.7 years newer.
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Wins
fp
Wins
sd Quattro one
13 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- Bsd Quattro one has higher IBIS effectiveness (6 stops vs 0 stops)
- Bsd Quattro one has higher Resolution (61 MP vs 24.2 MP)
- Bsd Quattro one has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
- Bsd Quattro one has higher Burst (electronic) (15 fps vs 11 fps)
- Bsd Quattro one has lower Weight (625 g vs 720 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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138 × 98 × 88 mm
720 g (1.59 lb / 25.40 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
sd Quattro one
114 × 70 × 60 mm
625 g (1.38 lb / 22.05 oz)
fp is 24mm wider, 28mm taller, and 28mm thicker than sd Quattro one.
fp is 95 g heavier than sd Quattro one.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm fp · 60mm sd Quattro one
Sensor size, to scale
fp
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
sd Quattro one
23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
369 mm² area
2.3× 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
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138, 98, 88
AA filter
Only fp supports it
Reasons to choose
sd Quattro one
IBIS effectiveness
6 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 113.9, 69.9, 59.9
Resolution
61 MP vs 24.2 MP — higher is better
Animal / bird AF
Only sd Quattro one supports it
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only sd Quattro one supports it
In-body stabilization (IBIS)
Only sd Quattro one supports it
Weather sealing
Only sd Quattro one supports it
Card slots
2 vs 1 — higher 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
- ✓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 one
Pros
- ✓Unique Foveon color science
- ✓61MP-equivalent detail
- ✓Weather sealed
- ✓Distinct stills look
Cons
- –Slow operation
- –Limited SA lens line
- –Poor high ISO
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, fp or sd Quattro one?
sd Quattro one 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 one?
fp is 24.2 MP and sd Quattro one is 61 MP, so the sd Quattro one captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the fp and sd Quattro one have in-body image stabilization?
fp does not have IBIS, while sd Quattro one has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the fp or the sd Quattro one?
fp reaches 11 fps electronic. sd Quattro one reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the fp and sd Quattro one?
fp weighs 720 g and sd Quattro one weighs 625 g, so the sd Quattro one is 95 g lighter.
Do the fp and sd Quattro one record 4K video?
fp: 4K up to 60p. sd Quattro one: 4K up to 60p.
Are the fp and sd Quattro one weather sealed?
fp: No. sd Quattro one: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the fp and 640 shots for the sd Quattro one, giving the sd Quattro one the edge.
How much does each cost?
fp launched at $1,899 and sd Quattro one at $2,499. The fp is $600 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.