Canon 40D vs Sigma SD10
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Canon 40D vs Sigma SD10 Key Specs
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- 3MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 800 (Push to 1600)
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 950g - 152 x 120 x 79mm
- Revealed March 2004
- Replaced the Sigma SD9
- New Model is Sigma SD14
Canon 40D vs Sigma SD10 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Canon 40D versus Sigma SD10, both Advanced DSLR cameras by brands Canon and Sigma. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the 40D (10MP) and SD10 (3MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 40D was announced 3 years after the SD10 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the 40D scores vs the SD10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon 40D vs Sigma SD10 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 40D & Sigma SD10. The whole galleries are available at Canon 40D Gallery & Sigma SD10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 40D over the Sigma SD10
40D | SD10 | |||
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Revealed | October 2007 | March 2004 | More modern by 44 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 1.8" | Bigger screen (+1.2") | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 130k | Crisper screen (+100k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD10 over the Canon 40D
SD10 | 40D |
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Common features in the Canon 40D and Sigma SD10
40D | SD10 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Canon 40D vs Sigma SD10 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon 40D features external measurements of 146mm x 108mm x 74mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.9") with a weight of 822 grams (1.81 lbs) while the Sigma SD10 has dimensions of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).
Analyze the Canon 40D versus Sigma SD10 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the 40D compared to the SD10.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the 40D and SD10 is 57 and 54 respectively.
Canon 40D vs Sigma SD10 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes merely by looking through a spec sheet. The image here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 40D and SD10.
As you can see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Canon 40D to provide you with greater detail with its extra 7MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher 40D provides a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Canon 40D vs Sigma SD10 Specifications
Canon EOS 40D | Sigma SD10 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Sigma |
Model | Canon EOS 40D | Sigma SD10 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2007-10-24 | 2004-03-19 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.2 x 14.8mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 328.6mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 3MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 3888 x 2592 | 2268 x 1512 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF/EF-S | Sigma SA |
Number of lenses | 326 | 76 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 1.8 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 130 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 98% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.6x | 0.77x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.5 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | None | None |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 822 gr (1.81 lb) | 950 gr (2.09 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 146 x 108 x 74mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.9") | 152 x 120 x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 64 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.1 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 703 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 800 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | Compact Flash Type I or II |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $1,099 | $198 |