Nikon D50 vs Sigma SD9
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Nikon D50 vs Sigma SD9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 1600
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 620g - 133 x 102 x 76mm
- Launched July 2005
- Newer Model is Nikon D40X
(Full Review)
- 3MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 400
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 950g - 152 x 120 x 79mm
- Introduced November 2002
- Newer Model is Sigma SD10
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Below is a complete review of the Nikon D50 vs Sigma SD9, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sigma. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the D50 (6MP) and SD9 (3MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (APS-C).
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe D50 was launched 2 years later than the SD9 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the D50 grades against the SD9 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Nikon D50 over the Sigma SD9
| D50 | SD9 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | July 2005 |  | November 2002 | More recent by 33 months |
| Display dimensions | 2" |  | 1.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD9 over the Nikon D50
| SD9 | D50 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon D50 and Sigma SD9
| D50 | SD9 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial precise focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 130k |  | 130k | The same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Nikon D50 vs Sigma SD9 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon D50 enjoys external measurements of 133mm x 102mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") along with a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD9 has measurements of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") along with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).
Examine the Nikon D50 vs Sigma SD9 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the D50 vs the SD9.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the D50 and SD9 is 64 and 54 respectively.
Nikon D50 vs Sigma SD9 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by going over specs. The photograph below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the D50 and SD9.
All in all, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon D50 to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The fresher D50 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Nikon D50 vs Sigma SD9 Specifications
| Nikon D50 | Sigma SD9 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Nikon | Sigma |
| Model | Nikon D50 | Sigma SD9 |
| Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
| Launched | 2005-07-23 | 2002-11-26 |
| Physical type | 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 megapixels | 3 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
| Peak resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 2268 x 1512 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| 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 mounting 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 | 2" | 1.8" |
| Display resolution | 130 thousand dots | 130 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 98% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.5x | 0.77x |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 11.00 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash options | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | 1/500 secs | 1/180 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Highest video resolution | None | None |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 620 gr (1.37 pounds) | 950 gr (2.09 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 133 x 102 x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") | 152 x 120 x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | 55 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | 20.9 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 10.8 | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | 560 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery model | EN-EL3 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec) | Yes (10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD card | Compact Flash Type I or II |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Price at release | $499 | $3,001 |