Canon M5 vs Sigma SD14
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Canon M5 vs Sigma SD14 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 427g - 116 x 89 x 61mm
- Released September 2016
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 800 (Bump to 1600)
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 750g - 144 x 107 x 81mm
- Launched September 2006
- Replaced the Sigma SD10
- Refreshed by Sigma SD15

Canon M5 vs Sigma SD14 Overview
Here, we are looking at the Canon M5 versus Sigma SD14, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Canon and Sigma. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the M5 (24MP) and SD14 (5MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

The M5 was launched 10 years after the SD14 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon M5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma SD14 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the M5 grades versus the SD14 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon M5 vs Sigma SD14 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M5 & Sigma SD14. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon M5 Gallery & Sigma SD14 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M5 over the Sigma SD14
M5 | SD14 | |||
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Launched | September 2016 | ![]() | September 2006 | Newer by 122 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display size | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 150k | Crisper display (+1470k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD14 over the Canon M5
SD14 | M5 |
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Common features in the Canon M5 and Sigma SD14
M5 | SD14 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Canon M5 vs Sigma SD14 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon M5 features outside measurements of 116mm x 89mm x 61mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.4") with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) while 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).
Take a look at the Canon M5 versus Sigma SD14 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view scale comparison of the M5 versus the SD14.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M5 and SD14 is 77 and 59 respectively.

Canon M5 vs Sigma SD14 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specifications. The image here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the M5 and SD14.
To sum up, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Canon M5 to produce extra detail utilizing its extra 19 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern M5 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon M5 vs Sigma SD14 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon M5 vs Sigma SD14 Specifications
Canon EOS M5 | Sigma SD14 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Sigma |
Model | Canon EOS M5 | Sigma SD14 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2016-09-15 | 2006-09-26 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 7 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 5MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 2640 x 1760 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF-M | Sigma SA |
Total lenses | 23 | 76 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.2 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,620k dots | 150k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 98 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.6x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 9.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video format | MP4, H.264, AAC | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 427 gr (0.94 pounds) | 750 gr (1.65 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 89 x 61mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.4") | 144 x 107 x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 77 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 1262 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 295 images | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom, remote) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | Compact Flash Type I or II |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $680 | $198 |