Nikon A vs Sigma DP1
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Nikon A vs Sigma DP1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Boost to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F2.8) lens
- 299g - 111 x 64 x 40mm
- Launched June 2013
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 800
- No Video
- 28mm (F) lens
- 270g - 113 x 60 x 50mm
- Announced May 2008
- Later Model is Sigma DP1s
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Here, we are contrasting the Nikon A vs Sigma DP1, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sigma. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the A (16MP) and DP1 (5MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).
Photography GlossaryThe A was revealed 5 years later than the DP1 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summary of how the A matches up against the DP1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix A & Sigma DP1. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon A Gallery & Sigma DP1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A over the Sigma DP1
| A | DP1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | June 2013 |  | May 2008 | Fresher by 62 months |
| Display size | 3" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1 over the Nikon A
| DP1 | A |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon A and Sigma DP1
| A | DP1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very accurate focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither offers Touch display |
Nikon A vs Sigma DP1 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon A offers external dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1 has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the A and the DP1.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A and DP1 is 88 and 87 respectively.
Nikon A vs Sigma DP1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through specifications. The visual below might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A and DP1.
To sum up, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon A to resolve greater detail because of its extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The younger A provides a benefit in sensor technology.
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Nikon A vs Sigma DP1 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix A | Sigma DP1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Nikon | Sigma |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix A | Sigma DP1 |
| Category | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2013-06-06 | 2008-05-19 |
| Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
| Sensor surface area | 370.5mm² | 285.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 5MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 |
| Highest resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 2640 x 1760 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 800 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28mm (1x) | 28mm (1x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8 | - |
| Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.7 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3" | 2.5" |
| Resolution of display | 921 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Display technology | TFT LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (optional) | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 4.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 11.50 m | - |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | - |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash synchronize | 1/2000 secs | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps) | - |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Optional | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 299g (0.66 lb) | 270g (0.60 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 111 x 64 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | 80 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 23.4 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.8 | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | 1164 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 230 photos | - |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | EN-EL20 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes (10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC card |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Price at launch | $778 | $566 |