Leica Digilux 3 vs Sigma SD10

Following is a comprehensive review of the Leica Digilux 3 versus Sigma SD10, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Leica and Sigma. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the Digilux 3 (7MP) and SD10 (3MP) and the Digilux 3 (Four Thirds) and SD10 (APS-C) boast different sensor dimensions.

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The Digilux 3 was introduced 2 years after the SD10 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Digilux 3 grades vs the SD10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica Digilux 3 & Sigma SD10. The whole galleries are available at Leica Digilux 3 Gallery & Sigma SD10 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Leica Digilux 3 features exterior measurements of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") and a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) while the Sigma SD10 has measurements of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") along with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the Digilux 3 against the SD10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Digilux 3 and SD10 is 65 and 54 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The image here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Digilux 3 and SD10.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Digilux 3 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF harder and the Leica Digilux 3 will provide greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern Digilux 3 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.