Nikon P1000 vs Sigma SD1

Below, we are matching up the Nikon P1000 and Sigma SD1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Nikon and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the P1000 (16MP) and the SD1 (15MP) is fairly close but the P1000 (1/2.3") and SD1 (APS-C) come with different sensor size.

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The P1000 was manufactured 7 years after the SD1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Nikon P1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the P1000 grades versus the SD1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P1000 & Sigma SD1. The entire galleries are available at Nikon P1000 Gallery & Sigma SD1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon P1000 provides outside measurements of 146mm x 119mm x 181mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 7.1") and a weight of 1415 grams (3.12 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD1 has specifications of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the P1000 and the SD1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P1000 and SD1 is 49 and 77 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes merely by viewing specifications. The image here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the P1000 and SD1.

To sum up, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The P1000 because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Nikon P1000 will provide you with more detail due to its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The newer P1000 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.