Nikon S4100 vs Sigma SD10
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Nikon S4100 vs Sigma SD10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- n/ag - 95 x 57 x 20mm
- Introduced February 2011
(Full Review)
- 3MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 800 (Increase to 1600)
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 950g - 152 x 120 x 79mm
- Introduced March 2004
- Superseded the Sigma SD9
- Successor is Sigma SD14
Nikon S4100 vs Sigma SD10 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Nikon S4100 and Sigma SD10, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Nikon and Sigma. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the S4100 (14MP) and SD10 (3MP) and the S4100 (1/2.3") and SD10 (APS-C) posses different sensor size.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe S4100 was brought out 6 years later than the SD10 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon S4100 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma SD10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the S4100 matches up versus the SD10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S4100 vs Sigma SD10 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S4100 & Sigma SD10. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S4100 Gallery & Sigma SD10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S4100 over the Sigma SD10
S4100 | SD10 | |||
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Introduced | February 2011 | March 2004 | Fresher by 84 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 1.8" | Bigger screen (+1.2") | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 130k | Crisper screen (+100k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD10 over the Nikon S4100
SD10 | S4100 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focusing |
Common features in the Nikon S4100 and Sigma SD10
S4100 | SD10 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Nikon S4100 vs Sigma SD10 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S4100 features physical measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD10 has proportions of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S4100 and Sigma SD10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the S4100 and the SD10.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S4100 and SD10 is 99 and 54 respectively.
Nikon S4100 vs Sigma SD10 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over a spec sheet. The visual below will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S4100 and SD10.
Clearly, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S4100 due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Nikon S4100 will offer more detail having its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent S4100 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Nikon S4100 vs Sigma SD10 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S4100 | Sigma SD10 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sigma |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S4100 | Sigma SD10 |
Type | Ultracompact | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2011-02-09 | 2004-03-19 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 3MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 2268 x 1512 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sigma SA |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | - |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 76 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 1.8 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 130 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 98% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.77x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.50 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 950 gr (2.09 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 152 x 120 x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 190 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC/SDXC | Compact Flash Type I or II |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $140 | $198 |