Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sigma SD1

Here is a in depth assessment of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Sigma SD1, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands FujiFilm and Sigma. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (16MP) and the SD1 (15MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-T1 IR was announced 4 years later than the SD1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-T1 IR being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the Fujifilm X-T1 IR matches up against the SD1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Sigma SD1. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T1 IR Gallery and Sigma SD1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR enjoys outside measurements of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") along with a weight of 440 grams (0.97 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).

Check out the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Sigma SD1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs the SD1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and SD1 is 79 and 77 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching specifications. The graphic here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and SD1.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Fujifilm X-T1 IR to result in greater detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-T1 IR will have a benefit in sensor innovation.