Nikon D7000 vs Sigma SD9
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Nikon D7000 vs Sigma SD9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Increase to 25600)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 780g - 132 x 105 x 77mm
- Released November 2010
- Superseded the Nikon D90
- New Model is Nikon D7100
(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
- Released November 2002
- New Model is Sigma SD10

Nikon D7000 vs Sigma SD9 Overview
In this write-up, we are analyzing the Nikon D7000 versus Sigma SD9, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sigma. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the D7000 (16MP) and SD9 (3MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

The D7000 was revealed 8 years later than the SD9 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the D7000 matches up against the SD9 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon D7000 vs Sigma SD9 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D7000 and Sigma SD9. The full galleries are available at Nikon D7000 Gallery and Sigma SD9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D7000 over the Sigma SD9
D7000 | SD9 | |||
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Released | November 2010 | ![]() | November 2002 | More recent by 98 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 1.8" | Larger display (+1.2") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 130k | Sharper display (+791k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD9 over the Nikon D7000
SD9 | D7000 |
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Common features in the Nikon D7000 and Sigma SD9
D7000 | SD9 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Nikon D7000 vs Sigma SD9 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon D7000 features external measurements of 132mm x 105mm x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") along with a weight of 780 grams (1.72 lbs) while the Sigma SD9 has sizing of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") along with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).
Look at the Nikon D7000 versus Sigma SD9 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the D7000 against the SD9.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the D7000 and SD9 is 59 and 54 respectively.

Nikon D7000 vs Sigma SD9 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements simply by going over a spec sheet. The graphic below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the D7000 and SD9.
As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon D7000 to deliver more detail because of its extra 13MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more modern D7000 should have a benefit in sensor technology.

Nikon D7000 vs Sigma SD9 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon D7000 vs Sigma SD9 Specifications
Nikon D7000 | Sigma SD9 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sigma |
Model type | Nikon D7000 | Sigma SD9 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2010-11-30 | 2002-11-26 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed 2 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 370.5mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 3 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 2268 x 1512 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 39 | - |
Cross type focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon F | Sigma SA |
Amount of lenses | 309 | 76 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 1.8" |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dots | 130 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 98% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | 0.77x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24, 25, 30 fps), 640 x 424 (24 fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 780 grams (1.72 lbs) | 950 grams (2.09 lbs) |
Dimensions | 132 x 105 x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") | 152 x 120 x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 80 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.9 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1167 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1050 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL15 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Compact Flash Type I or II |
Card slots | 2 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $1,049 | $3,001 |