Fujifilm S5 Pro vs Sigma SD15
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Fujifilm S5 Pro vs Sigma SD15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 920g - 147 x 113 x 74mm
- Released July 2007
- Older Model is Fujifilm S3 Pro
(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
- Older Model is Sigma SD14
Fujifilm S5 Pro vs Sigma SD15 Overview
In this article, we are reviewing the Fujifilm S5 Pro versus Sigma SD15, former being a Pro DSLR while the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands FujiFilm and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S5 Pro (6MP) and the SD15 (5MP) is fairly close and they use the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm S5 Pro was launched 3 years prior to the SD15 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S5 Pro being a Large SLR camera and the Sigma SD15 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm S5 Pro scores against the SD15 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm S5 Pro vs Sigma SD15 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro & Sigma SD15. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm S5 Pro Gallery & Sigma SD15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S5 Pro over the Sigma SD15
Fujifilm S5 Pro | SD15 |
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Reasons to pick Sigma SD15 over the Fujifilm S5 Pro
SD15 | Fujifilm S5 Pro | |||
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Revealed | February 2010 | July 2007 | Fresher by 32 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm S5 Pro and Sigma SD15
Fujifilm S5 Pro | SD15 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Fujifilm S5 Pro vs Sigma SD15 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S5 Pro provides exterior dimensions of 147mm x 113mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD15 has sizing of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") along with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm S5 Pro versus Sigma SD15 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm S5 Pro compared to the SD15.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S5 Pro and SD15 is 55 and 59 respectively.
Fujifilm S5 Pro vs Sigma SD15 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching technical specs. The visual underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S5 Pro and SD15.
As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Fujifilm S5 Pro to render extra detail utilizing its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S5 Pro will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
Fujifilm S5 Pro vs Sigma SD15 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm S5 Pro vs Sigma SD15 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro | Sigma SD15 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Sigma |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro | Sigma SD15 |
Type | Pro DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2007-07-05 | 2010-02-20 |
Body design | Large SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | True II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23 x 15.5mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 356.5mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6MP | 5MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4256 x 2848 | 2640 x 1760 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon F | Sigma SA |
Available lenses | 309 | 76 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 96% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.63x | 0.6x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m | - |
Flash options | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum 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 | ||
Highest video resolution | None | None |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 920 grams (2.03 lb) | 750 grams (1.65 lb) |
Dimensions | 147 x 113 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 | 65 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 448 | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/SDHC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $548 | $1,500 |