Nikon D50 vs Sigma SD1 Merrill

Its time to take a closer look at the Nikon D50 versus Sigma SD1 Merrill, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Nikon and Sigma. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the D50 (6MP) and SD1 Merrill (15MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The D50 was unveiled 7 years before the SD1 Merrill and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the D50 grades versus the SD1 Merrill in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D50 and Sigma SD1 Merrill. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon D50 Gallery and Sigma SD1 Merrill Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon D50 enjoys external measurements of 133mm x 102mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") and a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD1 Merrill has proportions of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 790 grams (1.74 lbs).

Examine the Nikon D50 versus Sigma SD1 Merrill in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the D50 compared to the SD1 Merrill.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the D50 and SD1 Merrill is 64 and 57 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements purely by looking through specifications. The graphic underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the D50 and SD1 Merrill.

Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sigma SD1 Merrill to provide you with greater detail having an extra 9MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The older D50 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.