Kodak Mini vs Sigma SD15
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Kodak Mini vs Sigma SD15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1000
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-87mm (F3.0-4.8) lens
- 99g - 86 x 53 x 18mm
- Revealed January 2011
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 750g - 144 x 107 x 81mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Previous Model is Sigma SD14
Kodak Mini vs Sigma SD15 Overview
In this write-up, we are analyzing the Kodak Mini versus Sigma SD15, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Kodak and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Mini (10MP) and SD15 (5MP) and the Mini (1/3") and SD15 (APS-C) come with different sensor dimensions.
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe Mini was launched 11 months after the SD15 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Kodak Mini being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma SD15 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Mini matches up versus the SD15 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Kodak Mini vs Sigma SD15 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Mini and Sigma SD15. The complete galleries are available at Kodak Mini Gallery and Sigma SD15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Mini over the Sigma SD15
Mini | SD15 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | February 2010 | Newer by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD15 over the Kodak Mini
SD15 | Mini | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Mini and Sigma SD15
Mini | SD15 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Kodak Mini vs Sigma SD15 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Kodak Mini has got exterior dimensions of 86mm x 53mm x 18mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 99 grams (0.22 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD15 has measurements of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") along with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).
Take a look at the Kodak Mini versus Sigma SD15 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the Mini versus the SD15.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Mini and SD15 is 97 and 59 respectively.
Kodak Mini vs Sigma SD15 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by checking a spec sheet. The picture below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Mini and SD15.
Clearly, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Mini featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Kodak Mini will give you extra detail utilizing its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer Mini provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
Kodak Mini vs Sigma SD15 Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
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Kodak Mini vs Sigma SD15 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Mini | Sigma SD15 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Sigma |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Mini | Sigma SD15 |
Type | Ultracompact | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2011-01-04 | 2010-02-20 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | True II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 4.8 x 3.6mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor area | 17.3mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 5 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 3640 x 2736 | 2640 x 1760 |
Maximum native ISO | 1000 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Sigma SA |
Lens focal range | 29-87mm (3.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-4.8 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 76 |
Crop factor | 7.5 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 96% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.6x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | None |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 99g (0.22 lb) | 750g (1.65 lb) |
Dimensions | 86 x 53 x 18mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 144 x 107 x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | KLIC-7006 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $100 | $1,500 |