• Medium format 1,350.0mm2
  • 37.5 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • APS-C 364.3mm2
  • 19.6 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 6400

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Differences

Leica S-E (Typ 006) advantages over Sigma sd Quattro

  • Larger sensor
    Medium format vs APS-C
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 6.00 vs 4.33 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Built-in GPS
    GPS vs None
    Geotag your photos
  • Top deck display
    Yes vs No
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • More viewfinder magnification
    1.09x vs 0.73x
    Get a bigger view of the scene through the eye-level viewfinder
  • More pixels
    37.5 vs 19.6 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Dual card slots
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more storage flexibility

Sigma sd Quattro advantages over Leica S-E (Typ 006)

  • Focus peaking
    Peaker vs Non-peaker
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Lighter weight
    625g vs 1260g
    Lighter weight
  • More dots on screen
    1620k vs 922k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
    Yes vs No
    A unique sensor design provides sharp photos without moiré
  • Higher extended ISO
    6400 vs 1600 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • 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
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Leica S (Typ 006)

Leica S-E (Typ 006)
Leica S (Typ 006)
  • $16900
  • Medium format
  • Less expensive
  • Built-in GPS
  • $10535
  • Medium format

Compare Leica S-E (Typ 006) vs Leica S (Typ 006)

Sigma sd Quattro
Leica S (Typ 006)
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • $10535
  • Medium format
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Sigma sd Quattro vs Leica S (Typ 006)

Compared to Sony A3000

Leica S-E (Typ 006)
Sony A3000
  • $16900
  • Medium format
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $500
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Focus peaking

Compare Leica S-E (Typ 006) vs Sony A3000

Sigma sd Quattro
Sony A3000
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • HDMI out
  • $500
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Sigma sd Quattro vs Sony A3000

Compared to Pentax 645Z

Leica S-E (Typ 006)
Pentax 645Z
  • $16900
  • Medium format
  • Built-in GPS
  • Thinner
  • $4845
  • Medium format
  • Focus peaking
  • Tiltable Screen

Compare Leica S-E (Typ 006) vs Pentax 645Z

Sigma sd Quattro
Pentax 645Z
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • $4845
  • Medium format
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Sigma sd Quattro vs Pentax 645Z

Compared to Leica S (Typ 007)

Leica S-E (Typ 006)
Leica S (Typ 007)
  • $16900
  • Medium format
  • Less expensive
  • $19995
  • Medium format
  • Focus peaking
  • Shoot 4K video

Compare Leica S-E (Typ 006) vs Leica S (Typ 007)

Sigma sd Quattro
Leica S (Typ 007)
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • Lighter weight
  • $19995
  • Medium format
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Sigma sd Quattro vs Leica S (Typ 007)

Compared to Fujifilm X-H1

Leica S-E (Typ 006)
Fujifilm X-H1
  • $16900
  • Medium format
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $1000
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Focus peaking

Compare Leica S-E (Typ 006) vs Fujifilm X-H1

Sigma sd Quattro
Fujifilm X-H1
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • More dots on screen
  • $1000
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

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