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Canon 10D vs Sigma SD9

Portability
56
Imaging
43
Features
36
Overall
40
Canon EOS 10D front
 
Sigma SD9 front
Portability
54
Imaging
39
Features
27
Overall
34

Canon 10D vs Sigma SD9 Key Specs

Canon 10D
(Full Review)
  • 6MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 1.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
  • No Video
  • Canon EF Mount
  • 875g - 150 x 107 x 75mm
  • Announced March 2003
  • Updated by Canon 20D
Sigma SD9
(Full Review)
  • 3MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 1.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 400
  • 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
  • No Video
  • Sigma SA Mount
  • 950g - 152 x 120 x 79mm
  • Released November 2002
  • Updated by Sigma SD10
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Canon 10D vs Sigma SD9 Overview

The following is a detailed comparison of the Canon 10D and Sigma SD9, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Canon and Sigma. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the 10D (6MP) and SD9 (3MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The 10D was launched 5 months after the SD9 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the 10D scores versus the SD9 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon 10D over the Sigma SD9

 10D SD9 

Reasons to pick Sigma SD9 over the Canon 10D

 SD9 10D 
Screen resolution130k118kCrisper screen (+12k dot)

Common features in the Canon 10D and Sigma SD9

 10D SD9 
ReleasedMarch 2003November 2002Similar age
Manual focus Dial accurate focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size1.8"1.8"Same screen measurement
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch screen Missing Touch screen

Canon 10D vs Sigma SD9 Physical Comparison

If you are planning to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon 10D enjoys exterior dimensions of 150mm x 107mm x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") along with a weight of 875 grams (1.93 lbs) and the Sigma SD9 has proportions of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") and a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

Examine the Canon 10D and Sigma SD9 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the 10D and the SD9.

Canon 10D vs Sigma SD9 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the 10D and SD9 is 56 and 54 respectively.

Canon 10D vs Sigma SD9 top view buttons comparison

Canon 10D vs Sigma SD9 Sensor Comparison

Often, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking specifications. The picture here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the 10D and SD9.

Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Canon 10D to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.

Canon 10D vs Sigma SD9 sensor size comparison

Canon 10D vs Sigma SD9 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon 10D vs Sigma SD9 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon 10D as a Portrait photography camera
Sigma SD9 as a Portrait photography camera
49
you can focus manually
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
no liveview feature
low resolution sensor (6MP)
47
you can focus manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
does not have liveview
low MP (3 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Canon 10D Street photography factors
Sigma SD9 Street photography factors
51
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
43
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
fixed screen
no image stabilization
heavier than competitors in class (950g)
low maximum ISO (400)
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Sports Comparison

Canon 10D Sports photography advice
Sigma SD9 Sports photography advice
38
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports phase detect AF
no liveview feature
continuous shooting slow (3.0 frames per second)
lack of image stabilization
low resolution sensor (6 megapixels)
36
maximum shutter speed is high (1/6,000 seconds)
good sensor size (APS-C)
does not have liveview
no image stabilization
low MP (3MP)
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Canon 10D Travel photography info
Sigma SD9 Travel photography info
41
has built in flash
does not have Time Lapse mode
low resolution sensor (6 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
29
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
heavier than competitors in class (950g)
low MP (3 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Canon 10D
Landscape photography with Sigma SD9
45
you can focus manually
change lenses (Canon EF mount)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
tiny screen (1.8 inches)
no liveview feature
lack of image stabilization
low resolution sensor (6 megapixels)
does not have Time Lapse mode
41
you can focus manually
change lenses (Sigma SA mount)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
screen is small (1.8 inches)
does not have liveview
no image stabilization
low MP (3 megapixels)
low maximum ISO (400)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon 10D as a Vlogging camera
Sigma SD9 as a Vlogging camera
9
no video shooting
9
no video recording
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Canon 10D vs Sigma SD9 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon 10D and Sigma SD9
 Canon EOS 10DSigma SD9
General Information
Make Canon Sigma
Model type Canon EOS 10D Sigma SD9
Type Advanced DSLR Advanced DSLR
Announced 2003-03-31 2002-11-26
Physical type Mid-size SLR Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 22.7 x 15.1mm 20.7 x 13.8mm
Sensor area 342.8mm² 285.7mm²
Sensor resolution 6 megapixel 3 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2
Max resolution 3072 x 2048 2268 x 1512
Max native ISO 1600 400
Max enhanced ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points 7 -
Lens
Lens mount type Canon EF Sigma SA
Number of lenses 250 76
Crop factor 1.6 1.7
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 1.8" 1.8"
Screen resolution 118 thousand dots 130 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage 95% 98%
Viewfinder magnification 0.55x 0.77x
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/6000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 3.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 12.00 m (ISO 100) no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off -
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/200 seconds 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Max video resolution None None
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 875 grams (1.93 lb) 950 grams (2.09 lb)
Physical dimensions 150 x 107 x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") 152 x 120 x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating 57 not tested
DXO Color Depth rating 21.1 not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating 10.9 not tested
DXO Low light rating 571 not tested
Other
Self timer Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) Yes (10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type Compact Flash (Type I or II) Compact Flash Type I or II
Card slots One One
Launch price $1,900 $3,001