Nikon D7000 vs Sigma SD1

Below is a complete overview of the Nikon D7000 and Sigma SD1, both Advanced DSLR cameras by brands Nikon and Sigma. The resolution of the D7000 (16MP) and the SD1 (15MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

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The D7000 was revealed 3 months later than the SD1 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the D7000 matches up versus the SD1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D7000 and Sigma SD1. The full galleries are provided at Nikon D7000 Gallery and Sigma SD1 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon D7000 comes with outside dimensions of 132mm x 105mm x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") having a weight of 780 grams (1.72 lbs) and the Sigma SD1 has sizing of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Compare the Nikon D7000 and Sigma SD1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the D7000 compared to the SD1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D7000 and SD1 is 59 and 77 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements just by going through specs. The visual below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the D7000 and SD1.

All in all, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon D7000 to provide extra detail because of its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively.