Canon 1D X III vs Sigma SD15

Here is a extended analysis of the Canon 1D X III and Sigma SD15, former being a Pro DSLR while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Canon and Sigma. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the 1D X III (20MP) and SD15 (5MP) and the 1D X III (Full frame) and SD15 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor size.

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The 1D X III was introduced 10 years later than the SD15 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon 1D X III being a Large SLR camera and the Sigma SD15 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the 1D X III scores versus the SD15 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS-1D X Mark III & Sigma SD15. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon 1D X III Gallery & Sigma SD15 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon 1D X III comes with external dimensions of 158mm x 168mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 1440 grams (3.17 lbs) while the Sigma SD15 has sizing of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the 1D X III and the SD15.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1D X III and SD15 is 50 and 59 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over specifications. The visual below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 1D X III and SD15.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 1D X III having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Canon 1D X III will offer you extra detail using its extra 15MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The fresher 1D X III will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.