• APS-C 369.0mm2
  • 19.6 megapixels
  • 75.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • APS-C 370.5mm2
  • 16.2 megapixels
  • 35.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Sigma dp3 Quattro advantages over Leica X-U (Typ 113)

  • More telephoto lens reach
    75 mm vs 35 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Lighter weight
    465g vs 635g
    Lighter weight
  • Hot shoe
    Hot shoe vs None
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • More pixels
    19.6 vs 16.2 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
    Yes vs No
    A unique sensor design provides sharp photos without moiré

Leica X-U (Typ 113) advantages over Sigma dp3 Quattro

  • Waterproof
    Yes vs No
    Take photos underwater without destroying your camera!
  • Larger lens aperture
    f/1.7 vs f/2.8
    Take photos in low-light or isolate your subject
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 450 vs 200 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Higher max flash sync
    1/2000 vs 1/1250 sec
    Reduce the effect of ambient light in flash shots
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • Wider angle lens
    35 mm vs 75 mm
    Capture more of the scene
  • Higher extended ISO
    12500 vs 6400 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • RAW file ability
    Both provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Manual focus
    Both provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Neither provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Neither provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

User reviews

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The Competition

Compared to Sigma DP1 Merrill

Sigma dp3 Quattro
Sigma DP1 Merrill
  • $999
  • APS-C
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels
Leica X-U (Typ 113)
Sigma DP1 Merrill
  • $3495
  • APS-C
  • Waterproof
  • Larger lens aperture
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Thinner
  • Lighter weight

Compared to Sigma dp2 Quattro

Sigma dp3 Quattro
Sigma dp2 Quattro
  • $999
  • APS-C
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $899
  • APS-C
  • Wider angle lens
Leica X-U (Typ 113)
Sigma dp2 Quattro
  • $3495
  • APS-C
  • Waterproof
  • Larger lens aperture
  • $899
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compared to Sigma dp1 Quattro

Sigma dp3 Quattro
Sigma dp1 Quattro
  • $999
  • APS-C
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $1103
  • APS-C
  • Wider angle lens
Leica X-U (Typ 113)
Sigma dp1 Quattro
  • $3495
  • APS-C
  • Waterproof
  • Larger lens aperture
  • $1103
  • APS-C
  • Lighter weight
  • Hot shoe

Compared to Leica X (Typ 113)

Sigma dp3 Quattro
Leica X (Typ 113)
  • $999
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $3500
  • APS-C
  • Larger lens aperture
  • Longer stills battery life
Leica X-U (Typ 113)
Leica X (Typ 113)
  • $3495
  • APS-C
  • Waterproof
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $3500
  • APS-C
  • HDMI out
  • Lighter weight

Compared to Leica Q

Sigma dp3 Quattro
Leica Q
  • $999
  • APS-C
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Higher max flash sync
  • $3695
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
Leica X-U (Typ 113)
Leica Q
  • $3495
  • APS-C
  • Waterproof
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $3695
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
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