Nikon L32 vs Sigma SD1
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Nikon L32 vs Sigma SD1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
- Introduced January 2015
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- n/ag - 146 x 113 x 80mm
- Introduced September 2010
- New Model is Sigma SD1 Merrill
Nikon L32 vs Sigma SD1 Overview
Here is a extended assessment of the Nikon L32 vs Sigma SD1, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Nikon and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the L32 (20MP) and SD1 (15MP) and the L32 (1/2.3") and SD1 (APS-C) use totally different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe L32 was announced 4 years later than the SD1 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon L32 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the L32 grades against the SD1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon L32 vs Sigma SD1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L32 and Sigma SD1. The whole galleries are available at Nikon L32 Gallery and Sigma SD1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L32 over the Sigma SD1
L32 | SD1 | |||
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Introduced | January 2015 | September 2010 | Fresher by 53 months | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD1 over the Nikon L32
SD1 | L32 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L32 and Sigma SD1
L32 | SD1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements | |
Touch friendly screen | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L32 vs Sigma SD1 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon L32 has got external dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Sigma SD1 has proportions of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon L32 vs Sigma SD1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the L32 vs the SD1.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L32 and SD1 is 93 and 77 respectively.
Nikon L32 vs Sigma SD1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking specs. The photograph here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the L32 and SD1.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The L32 using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Nikon L32 will give more detail with its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger L32 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon L32 vs Sigma SD1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L32 | Sigma SD1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sigma |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L32 | Sigma SD1 |
Category | Ultracompact | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2015-01-14 | 2010-09-21 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Dual True II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 24 x 16mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 384.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 15 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4800 x 3200 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | 2 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Sigma SA |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | - |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 76 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 96% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 15s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.30 m | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 164g (0.36 lb) | - |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 146 x 113 x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") |
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 life | 320 photographs | - |
Battery type | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Compact Flash (Type I, UDMA compatible) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $120 | $2,339 |