Nikon A vs Sigma SD1 Merrill
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Nikon A vs Sigma SD1 Merrill Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Push to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F2.8) lens
- 299g - 111 x 64 x 40mm
- Released June 2013
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 790g - 146 x 113 x 80mm
- Released April 2012
- Superseded the Sigma SD1
Nikon A vs Sigma SD1 Merrill Overview
In this write-up, we are looking at the Nikon A versus Sigma SD1 Merrill, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Nikon and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the A (16MP) and the SD1 Merrill (15MP) is very well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's DominanceThe A was manufactured 15 months later than the SD1 Merrill making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon A being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sigma SD1 Merrill being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the A grades vs the SD1 Merrill when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon A vs Sigma SD1 Merrill Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix A & Sigma SD1 Merrill. The entire galleries are available at Nikon A Gallery & Sigma SD1 Merrill Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A over the Sigma SD1 Merrill
A | SD1 Merrill | |||
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Released | June 2013 | April 2012 | More recent by 15 months | |
Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Crisper display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD1 Merrill over the Nikon A
SD1 Merrill | A |
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Common features in the Nikon A and Sigma SD1 Merrill
A | SD1 Merrill | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Missing Touch friendly display |
Nikon A vs Sigma SD1 Merrill Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon A has external measurements of 111mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Sigma SD1 Merrill has specifications of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") along with a weight of 790 grams (1.74 lbs).
Examine the Nikon A versus Sigma SD1 Merrill in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the A compared to the SD1 Merrill.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A and SD1 Merrill is 88 and 57 respectively.
Nikon A vs Sigma SD1 Merrill Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements only by reading through a spec sheet. The visual here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the A and SD1 Merrill.
As you can see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Nikon A to give you extra detail due to its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern A should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
Nikon A vs Sigma SD1 Merrill Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon A vs Sigma SD1 Merrill Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A | Sigma SD1 Merrill | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sigma |
Model | Nikon Coolpix A | Sigma SD1 Merrill |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2013-06-06 | 2012-04-10 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Dual True II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 24 x 16mm |
Sensor surface area | 370.5mm² | 384.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 15 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Full resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4800 x 3200 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Sigma SA |
Lens focal range | 28mm (1x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8 | - |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 76 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 921k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (optional) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | - |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 11.50 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps) | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 299 gr (0.66 lbs) | 790 gr (1.74 lbs) |
Dimensions | 111 x 64 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 146 x 113 x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 80 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 1164 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL20 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Compact Flash (Type I, UDMA compatible) |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $778 | $2,339 |