Nikon D3S vs Sigma SD1

On this page, we are comparing the Nikon D3S vs Sigma SD1, former is a Pro DSLR while the other is a Advanced DSLR by companies Nikon and Sigma. The resolution of the D3S (12MP) and the SD1 (15MP) is fairly well matched but the D3S (Full frame) and SD1 (APS-C) have different sensor measurements.

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The D3S was unveiled 7 months earlier than the SD1 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Nikon D3S being a Large SLR camera and the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the D3S scores vs the SD1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D3S & Sigma SD1. The full galleries are available at Nikon D3S Gallery & Sigma SD1 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D3S has physical measurements of 160mm x 157mm x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") having a weight of 1240 grams (2.73 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD1 has dimensions 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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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the D3S and the SD1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D3S and SD1 is 51 and 77 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through technical specs. The picture below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the D3S and SD1.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The D3S having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Sigma SD1 will resolve greater detail having an extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged D3S is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.