Canon 5D MII vs Sigma SD1

Following is a in-depth review of the Canon 5D MII vs Sigma SD1, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Canon and Sigma. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the 5D MII (21MP) and SD1 (15MP) and the 5D MII (Full frame) and SD1 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The 5D MII was introduced 19 months prior to the SD1 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the 5D MII scores versus the SD1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 5D Mark II and Sigma SD1. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon 5D MII Gallery and Sigma SD1 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon 5D MII provides outside dimensions of 152mm x 114mm x 75mm (6.0" x 4.5" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD1 has dimensions of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Examine the Canon 5D MII vs Sigma SD1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the 5D MII versus the SD1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 5D MII and SD1 is 56 and 77 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading through a spec sheet. The pic below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 5D MII and SD1.

Clearly, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 5D MII with its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Canon 5D MII will give extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged 5D MII is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.