Nikon D100 vs Sigma SD10
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Nikon D100 vs Sigma SD10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 1600
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 780g - 144 x 116 x 81mm
- Launched July 2002
- Successor is Nikon D200
(Full Review)
- 3MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 800 (Increase to 1600)
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 950g - 152 x 120 x 79mm
- Announced March 2004
- Earlier Model is Sigma SD9
- Updated by Sigma SD14

Nikon D100 vs Sigma SD10 Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Nikon D100 and Sigma SD10, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sigma. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the D100 (6MP) and SD10 (3MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

The D100 was manufactured 20 months before the SD10 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the D100 scores vs the SD10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon D100 vs Sigma SD10 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D100 and Sigma SD10. The entire galleries are available at Nikon D100 Gallery and Sigma SD10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D100 over the Sigma SD10
D100 | SD10 |
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Reasons to pick Sigma SD10 over the Nikon D100
SD10 | D100 | |||
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Announced | March 2004 | ![]() | July 2002 | More recent by 20 months |
Display resolution | 130k | ![]() | 118k | Clearer display (+12k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon D100 and Sigma SD10
D100 | SD10 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 1.8" | ![]() | 1.8" | Same display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Nikon D100 vs Sigma SD10 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon D100 provides physical dimensions of 144mm x 116mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.6" x 3.2") along with a weight of 780 grams (1.72 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD10 has measurements of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).
Compare the Nikon D100 and Sigma SD10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the D100 versus the SD10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the D100 and SD10 is 58 and 54 respectively.

Nikon D100 vs Sigma SD10 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements simply by going through technical specs. The visual underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the D100 and SD10.
As you can tell, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon D100 to produce extra detail due to its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older D100 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon D100 vs Sigma SD10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon D100 vs Sigma SD10 Specifications
Nikon D100 | Sigma SD10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sigma |
Model type | Nikon D100 | Sigma SD10 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2002-07-26 | 2004-03-19 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.7 x 15.5mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 367.4mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixel | 3 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 2268 x 1512 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon F | Sigma SA |
Total lenses | 309 | 76 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 1.8" | 1.8" |
Display resolution | 118 thousand dot | 130 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 98% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.53x | 0.77x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 11.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | None | None |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 780 gr (1.72 lb) | 950 gr (2.09 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 144 x 116 x 81mm (5.7" x 4.6" x 3.2") | 152 x 120 x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 2 or 100 sec) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | Compact Flash Type I or II |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $170 | $198 |