Nikon D610 vs Sigma SD1

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Nikon D610 versus Sigma SD1, both Advanced DSLR cameras by companies Nikon and Sigma. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the D610 (24MP) and SD1 (15MP) and the D610 (Full frame) and SD1 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The D610 was released 3 years after the SD1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a simple summary of how the D610 matches up vs the SD1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D610 & Sigma SD1. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon D610 Gallery & Sigma SD1 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon D610 features outer dimensions of 141mm x 113mm x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") and a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD1 has proportions 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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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the D610 vs the SD1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the D610 and SD1 is 56 and 77 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by going through technical specs. The image below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D610 and SD1.

As you can tell, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The D610 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon D610 will provide greater detail as a result of its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher D610 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.