Fujifilm S1 Pro vs Sigma SD1

On this page, we are looking at the Fujifilm S1 Pro and Sigma SD1, former is a Pro DSLR while the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands FujiFilm and Sigma. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S1 Pro (3MP) and SD1 (15MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm S1 Pro was brought out 11 years before the SD1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm S1 Pro being a Large SLR camera and the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm S1 Pro scores versus the SD1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro & Sigma SD1. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm S1 Pro Gallery & Sigma SD1 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S1 Pro offers outside measurements of 148mm x 125mm x 80mm (5.8" x 4.9" x 3.1") with a weight of 820 grams (1.81 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD1 has dimensions of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm S1 Pro and Sigma SD1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm S1 Pro compared to the SD1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S1 Pro and SD1 is 56 and 77 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions just by seeing technical specs. The pic below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S1 Pro and SD1.

As you have seen, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Sigma SD1 to produce extra detail having its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S1 Pro will be behind with regard to sensor tech.