Nikon D600 vs Sigma SD14
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Nikon D600 vs Sigma SD14 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Raise to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 850g - 141 x 113 x 82mm
- Introduced November 2012
- Old Model is Nikon D300S
- Later Model is Nikon D610
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 800 (Boost to 1600)
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 750g - 144 x 107 x 81mm
- Released September 2006
- Superseded the Sigma SD10
- Newer Model is Sigma SD15
Nikon D600 vs Sigma SD14 Overview
Here is a detailed review of the Nikon D600 vs Sigma SD14, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sigma. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the D600 (24MP) and SD14 (5MP) and the D600 (Full frame) and SD14 (APS-C) use different sensor sizing.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe D600 was launched 6 years later than the SD14 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the D600 scores against the SD14 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon D600 vs Sigma SD14 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D600 and Sigma SD14. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon D600 Gallery and Sigma SD14 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D600 over the Sigma SD14
D600 | SD14 | |||
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Released | November 2012 | September 2006 | Fresher by 75 months | |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.7") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 150k | Crisper screen (+771k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD14 over the Nikon D600
SD14 | D600 |
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Common features in the Nikon D600 and Sigma SD14
D600 | SD14 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Nikon D600 vs Sigma SD14 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon D600 features exterior dimensions of 141mm x 113mm x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD14 has measurements of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon D600 vs Sigma SD14 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the D600 compared to the SD14.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D600 and SD14 is 56 and 59 respectively.
Nikon D600 vs Sigma SD14 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out a spec sheet. The visual underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the D600 and SD14.
As you can see, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The D600 due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Nikon D600 will provide greater detail utilizing its extra 19 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent D600 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
Nikon D600 vs Sigma SD14 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon D600 vs Sigma SD14 Specifications
Nikon D600 | Sigma SD14 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sigma |
Model | Nikon D600 | Sigma SD14 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2012-11-13 | 2006-09-26 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 24mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 861.6mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 5 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 2640 x 1760 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 39 | - |
Cross focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon F | Sigma SA |
Available lenses | 309 | 76 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.2 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dot | 150 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 98% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.6x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.5 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/200 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 850g (1.87 lbs) | 750g (1.65 lbs) |
Dimensions | 141 x 113 x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") | 144 x 107 x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 94 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.1 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 2980 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 900 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL15 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC x 2 slots | Compact Flash Type I or II |
Storage slots | Two | Single |
Price at release | $1,900 | $198 |