Nikon D300 vs Sigma SD10
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Nikon D300 vs Sigma SD10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 925g - 147 x 114 x 74mm
- Introduced March 2008
- Succeeded the Nikon D200
- New Model is Nikon D300S
(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
- Announced March 2004
- Replaced the Sigma SD9
- Successor is Sigma SD14

Nikon D300 vs Sigma SD10 Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Nikon D300 versus Sigma SD10, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Nikon and Sigma. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the D300 (12MP) and SD10 (3MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

The D300 was released 4 years later than the SD10 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the D300 matches up versus the SD10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon D300 vs Sigma SD10 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D300 & Sigma SD10. The complete galleries are available at Nikon D300 Gallery & Sigma SD10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D300 over the Sigma SD10
D300 | SD10 | |||
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Announced | March 2008 | ![]() | March 2004 | More recent by 49 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 1.8" | Bigger screen (+1.2") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 130k | Clearer screen (+792k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD10 over the Nikon D300
SD10 | D300 |
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Common features in the Nikon D300 and Sigma SD10
D300 | SD10 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Nikon D300 vs Sigma SD10 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon D300 has got exterior measurements of 147mm x 114mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") with a weight of 925 grams (2.04 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD10 has proportions of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon D300 versus Sigma SD10 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the D300 versus the SD10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D300 and SD10 is 55 and 54 respectively.

Nikon D300 vs Sigma SD10 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements simply by viewing specifications. The photograph here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the D300 and SD10.
To sum up, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Nikon D300 to result in more detail as a result of its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The more modern D300 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

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Nikon D300 vs Sigma SD10 Specifications
Nikon D300 | Sigma SD10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sigma |
Model type | Nikon D300 | Sigma SD10 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2008-03-12 | 2004-03-19 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor area | 372.9mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 3 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 2268 x 1512 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 51 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon F | Sigma SA |
Available lenses | 309 | 76 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 1.8" |
Resolution of display | 922k dot | 130k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | Super Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 98 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.63x | 0.77x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/250 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | None | None |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 925 gr (2.04 lbs) | 950 gr (2.09 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 147 x 114 x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") | 152 x 120 x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 67 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.1 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 679 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1000 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL3e | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 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 |
Retail price | $1,100 | $198 |