Canon 7D vs Sigma SD14
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Canon 7D vs Sigma SD14 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Boost to 12800)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 860g - 148 x 111 x 74mm
- Revealed November 2009
- Updated by Canon 7D MII
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 800 (Boost to 1600)
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 750g - 144 x 107 x 81mm
- Announced September 2006
- Succeeded the Sigma SD10
- New Model is Sigma SD15

Canon 7D vs Sigma SD14 Overview
Below is a extended comparison of the Canon 7D vs Sigma SD14, both Advanced DSLR cameras by competitors Canon and Sigma. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the 7D (18MP) and SD14 (5MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

The 7D was released 3 years later than the SD14 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the 7D scores versus the SD14 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon 7D vs Sigma SD14 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 7D & Sigma SD14. The complete galleries are provided at Canon 7D Gallery & Sigma SD14 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 7D over the Sigma SD14
7D | SD14 | |||
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Announced | November 2009 | ![]() | September 2006 | More recent by 38 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 150k | Sharper display (+770k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD14 over the Canon 7D
SD14 | 7D |
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Common features in the Canon 7D and Sigma SD14
7D | SD14 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Canon 7D vs Sigma SD14 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon 7D has outer measurements of 148mm x 111mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") and a weight of 860 grams (1.90 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD14 has sizing of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") having a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).
Analyze the Canon 7D vs Sigma SD14 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the 7D and the SD14.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 7D and SD14 is 56 and 59 respectively.

Canon 7D vs Sigma SD14 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out specs. The visual below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 7D and SD14.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Canon 7D to show extra detail as a result of its extra 13 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern 7D will have a benefit in sensor tech.

Canon 7D vs Sigma SD14 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 7D vs Sigma SD14 Specifications
Canon EOS 7D | Sigma SD14 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sigma |
Model type | Canon EOS 7D | Sigma SD14 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2009-11-06 | 2006-09-26 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Dual Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixel | 5 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 2640 x 1760 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 19 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF/EF-S | Sigma SA |
Total lenses | 326 | 76 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.5" |
Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dot | 150 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD, liquid-crystal monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 98% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.63x | 0.6x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/250 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | H.264 | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 860g (1.90 lb) | 750g (1.65 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 148 x 111 x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") | 144 x 107 x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 66 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 854 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 800 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LP-E6 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA, Microdrive cards | Compact Flash Type I or II |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $1,050 | $198 |