Canon 20Da vs Sigma SD14
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Canon 20Da vs Sigma SD14 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 8MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 770g - 144 x 106 x 72mm
- Introduced June 2005
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 800 (Bump to 1600)
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 750g - 144 x 107 x 81mm
- Revealed September 2006
- Superseded the Sigma SD10
- Successor is Sigma SD15

Canon 20Da vs Sigma SD14 Overview
In this write-up, we will be looking at the Canon 20Da vs Sigma SD14, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sigma. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the 20Da (8MP) and SD14 (5MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

The 20Da was revealed 16 months prior to the SD14 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise summary of how the 20Da grades versus the SD14 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon 20Da vs Sigma SD14 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 20Da and Sigma SD14. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 20Da Gallery and Sigma SD14 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 20Da over the Sigma SD14
20Da | SD14 |
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Reasons to pick Sigma SD14 over the Canon 20Da
SD14 | 20Da | |||
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Revealed | September 2006 | ![]() | June 2005 | More modern by 16 months |
Screen sizing | 2.5" | ![]() | 1.8" | Bigger screen (+0.7") |
Screen resolution | 150k | ![]() | 118k | Crisper screen (+32k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 20Da and Sigma SD14
20Da | SD14 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Canon 20Da vs Sigma SD14 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon 20Da has outside measurements of 144mm x 106mm x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD14 has measurements of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") having a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).
Compare the Canon 20Da vs Sigma SD14 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the 20Da and the SD14.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 20Da and SD14 is 59 and 59 respectively.

Canon 20Da vs Sigma SD14 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 20Da and SD14.
As you can see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Canon 20Da to give you greater detail because of its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged 20Da is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

Canon 20Da vs Sigma SD14 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 20Da vs Sigma SD14 Specifications
Canon EOS 20Da | Sigma SD14 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sigma |
Model type | Canon EOS 20Da | Sigma SD14 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2005-06-01 | 2006-09-26 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.5 x 15mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor area | 337.5mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 8 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 3504 x 2336 | 2640 x 1760 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 800 |
Max boosted ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF/EF-S | Sigma SA |
Amount of lenses | 326 | 76 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 1.8" | 2.5" |
Display resolution | 118 thousand dot | 150 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 98% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.56x | 0.6x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (ISO 100) | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/250 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Max video resolution | None | None |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 770g (1.70 lbs) | 750g (1.65 lbs) |
Dimensions | 144 x 106 x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") | 144 x 107 x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | Compact Flash Type I or II |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $1,499 | $198 |