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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sigma SD14

Portability
76
Imaging
67
Features
79
Overall
71
Fujifilm X-T2 front
 
Sigma SD14 front
Portability
59
Imaging
43
Features
30
Overall
37

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sigma SD14 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T2
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Bump to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 507g - 133 x 92 x 49mm
  • Released July 2016
  • Replaced the Fujifilm X-T1
  • Replacement is Fujifilm X-T3
Sigma SD14
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 800 (Boost to 1600)
  • No Video
  • Sigma SA Mount
  • 750g - 144 x 107 x 81mm
  • Released September 2006
  • Older Model is Sigma SD10
  • Newer Model is Sigma SD15
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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sigma SD14 Overview

Here, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm X-T2 versus Sigma SD14, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sigma. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T2 (24MP) and SD14 (5MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-T2 was unveiled 9 years later than the SD14 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-T2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma SD14 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the Fujifilm X-T2 matches up against the SD14 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T2 over the Sigma SD14

 Fujifilm X-T2 SD14 
ReleasedJuly 2016September 2006Fresher by 120 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen size3.2"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.7")
Screen resolution1040k150kSharper screen (+890k dot)

Reasons to pick Sigma SD14 over the Fujifilm X-T2

 SD14 Fujifilm X-T2 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T2 and Sigma SD14

 Fujifilm X-T2 SD14 
Manually focus More exact focus
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch screen Neither includes Touch screen

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sigma SD14 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T2 features physical dimensions of 133mm x 92mm x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") having a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs) while the Sigma SD14 has specifications of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") along with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-T2 and the SD14.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sigma SD14 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T2 and SD14 is 76 and 59 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sigma SD14 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sigma SD14 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing technical specs. The photograph below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T2 and SD14.

As you have seen, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Fujifilm X-T2 to deliver extra detail having an extra 19MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-T2 should have a benefit in sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sigma SD14 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sigma SD14 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sigma SD14 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 Portrait photography info
Sigma SD14 Portrait photography info
80
you can focus manually
decent megapixels (24MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
includes face detect autofocus
delivers RAW files
49
you can focus manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
doesn't have liveview
megapixel count low (5MP)
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 Street photography information
Sigma SD14 Street photography information
75
has a tilting screen
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
environment proofing
lack of image stabilization
48
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
no moving screen
no image stabilization
maximum ISO low (800)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 Sports photography advice
Sigma SD14 Sports photography advice
72
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000 seconds)
silent shooting (1/32,000 seconds)
decent megapixels (24MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
includes tracking focus
environment proofing
supports phase detect autofocus
lack of image stabilization
low battery life (340 shots)
29
good sensor size (APS-C)
doesn't have liveview
low frames per second (3.0 frames per second)
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (5 megapixels)
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 Travel photography features
Sigma SD14 Travel photography features
63
environment proofing
decent megapixels (24 megapixels)
low battery life (340 shots)
screen isn't selfie friendly
42
flash built-in
no Timelapse mode
megapixel count low (5 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 Landscape photography information
Sigma SD14 Landscape photography information
75
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is decent (3.2")
decent megapixels (24 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
does not have anti-alias filter
delivers RAW files
environment proofing
has dual storage slots
lack of image stabilization
low battery life (340 per charge)
43
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Sigma SA mount)
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
tiny screen (2.5")
doesn't have liveview
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (5MP)
maximum ISO low (800)
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm X-T2
Vlogging with Sigma SD14
33
includes face detect autofocus
high res video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
comes with microphone jack
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
9
can't shoot video
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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Sigma SD14 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T2 and Sigma SD14
 Fujifilm X-T2Sigma SD14
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Sigma
Model Fujifilm X-T2 Sigma SD14
Class Advanced Mirrorless Advanced DSLR
Released 2016-07-07 2006-09-26
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Powered by X-Processor Pro2 -
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS III CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.6mm 20.7 x 13.8mm
Sensor surface area 368.2mm² 285.7mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixels 5 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Max resolution 6000 x 4000 2640 x 1760
Max native ISO 12800 800
Max enhanced ISO 51200 1600
Lowest native ISO 200 100
RAW files
Lowest enhanced ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 325 -
Lens
Lens mount Fujifilm X Sigma SA
Number of lenses 54 76
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.7
Screen
Type of screen Tilting Fixed Type
Screen size 3.2 inches 2.5 inches
Screen resolution 1,040k 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 0.77x 0.6x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000 secs 1/4000 secs
Fastest silent shutter speed 1/32000 secs -
Continuous shutter rate 14.0 frames/s 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range no built-in flash -
Flash options Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, commander -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/250 secs 1/180 secs
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 (29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1920 x 1080 (59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) -
Max video resolution 3840x2160 None
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 507 grams (1.12 lbs) 750 grams (1.65 lbs)
Physical dimensions 133 x 92 x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") 144 x 107 x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 340 shots -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Battery model NP-W126S -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes (10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS II Compact Flash Type I or II
Card slots 2 Single
Launch cost $1,600 $198