Nikon D300S vs Sigma SD1
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Nikon D300S vs Sigma SD1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 938g - 147 x 114 x 74mm
- Announced November 2009
- Earlier Model is Nikon D300
- New Model is Nikon D600
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- n/ag - 146 x 113 x 80mm
- Released September 2010
- Replacement is Sigma SD1 Merrill
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Its time to examine more in depth at the Nikon D300S vs Sigma SD1, both Advanced DSLR cameras by brands Nikon and Sigma. The resolution of the D300S (12MP) and the SD1 (15MP) is fairly close and they come with the same exact sensor size (APS-C).
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe D300S was introduced 10 months earlier than the SD1 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the D300S matches up against the SD1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Nikon D300S over the Sigma SD1
| D300S | SD1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 460k | Sharper display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD1 over the Nikon D300S
| SD1 | D300S | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | September 2010 |  | November 2009 | More modern by 10 months |
Common features in the Nikon D300S and Sigma SD1
| D300S | SD1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More precise focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display size |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither has Touch display |
Nikon D300S vs Sigma SD1 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon D300S has external measurements of 147mm x 114mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 938 grams (2.07 lbs) and the Sigma SD1 has measurements 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 D300S vs Sigma SD1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the D300S compared to the SD1.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D300S and SD1 is 55 and 77 respectively.
Nikon D300S vs Sigma SD1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by viewing specifications. The picture here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the D300S and SD1.
Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sigma SD1 to provide you with more detail using its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged D300S will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon D300S vs Sigma SD1 Specifications
| Nikon D300S | Sigma SD1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Nikon | Sigma |
| Model type | Nikon D300S | Sigma SD1 |
| Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
| Announced | 2009-11-16 | 2010-09-21 |
| Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Expeed | Dual True II |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 24 x 16mm |
| Sensor area | 372.9mm² | 384.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 15MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | - |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 4800 x 3200 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | - |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 200 | - |
| RAW images | ||
| Lowest enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | 51 | 11 |
| Cross type focus points | - | 2 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Nikon F | Sigma SA |
| Total lenses | 309 | 76 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 920k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen tech | Super Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 96 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.63x | 0.64x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 7.0fps | 5.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (24 fps), 320 x 240 (24 fps) | - |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 938 gr (2.07 pounds) | - |
| Dimensions | 147 x 114 x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") | 146 x 113 x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 70 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 22.5 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.2 | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | 787 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 950 pictures | - |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | EN-EL3e | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | Compact Flash Type I/SD/SDHC | Compact Flash (Type I, UDMA compatible) |
| Card slots | Dual | 1 |
| Pricing at release | $1,630 | $2,339 |
