Canon 6D vs Sigma SD15
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Canon 6D vs Sigma SD15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Expand to 102400)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 770g - 145 x 111 x 71mm
- Released February 2013
- New Model is Canon 6D MII
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 750g - 144 x 107 x 81mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Superseded the Sigma SD14
Canon 6D vs Sigma SD15 Overview
Below, we are reviewing the Canon 6D versus Sigma SD15, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sigma. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the 6D (20MP) and SD15 (5MP) and the 6D (Full frame) and SD15 (APS-C) possess different sensor dimensions.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe 6D was manufactured 3 years later than the SD15 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summary of how the 6D scores vs the SD15 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon 6D vs Sigma SD15 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 6D & Sigma SD15. The entire galleries are available at Canon 6D Gallery & Sigma SD15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 6D over the Sigma SD15
6D | SD15 | |||
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Revealed | February 2013 | February 2010 | Fresher by 37 months | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 460k | Crisper display (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD15 over the Canon 6D
SD15 | 6D |
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Common features in the Canon 6D and Sigma SD15
6D | SD15 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Canon 6D vs Sigma SD15 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera often, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon 6D offers exterior dimensions of 145mm x 111mm x 71mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 2.8") and a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) while the Sigma SD15 has measurements of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") along with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).
Contrast the Canon 6D versus Sigma SD15 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the 6D compared to the SD15.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the 6D and SD15 is 59 and 59 respectively.
Canon 6D vs Sigma SD15 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 6D and SD15.
As you can see, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 6D due to its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Canon 6D will show extra detail due to its extra 15MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more modern 6D provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Canon 6D vs Sigma SD15 Specifications
Canon EOS 6D | Sigma SD15 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Sigma |
Model type | Canon EOS 6D | Sigma SD15 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2013-02-12 | 2010-02-20 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 5+ | True II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 5 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 2640 x 1760 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | 102400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Cross type focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF | Sigma SA |
Number of lenses | 250 | 76 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | Clear View II TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | 96% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.71x | 0.6x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.5 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | - |
Flash options | no built-in flash | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/180s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (29.97, 25, 23.976 fps), 1280 x 720 (59.94, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (25, 30 fps) | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video format | H.264 | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 770g (1.70 lb) | 750g (1.65 lb) |
Dimensions | 145 x 111 x 71mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 2.8") | 144 x 107 x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 82 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 2340 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1090 photos | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LP-E6 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $1,699 | $1,500 |