Nikon D7200 vs Sigma SD1
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Nikon D7200 vs Sigma SD1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Raise to 102400)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 765g - 136 x 107 x 76mm
- Released March 2015
- Previous Model is Nikon D7100
- Refreshed by Nikon D7500
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- n/ag - 146 x 113 x 80mm
- Revealed September 2010
- Renewed by Sigma SD1 Merrill

Nikon D7200 vs Sigma SD1 Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Nikon D7200 vs Sigma SD1, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sigma. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the D7200 (24MP) and SD1 (15MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

The D7200 was announced 4 years later than the SD1 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief summation of how the D7200 scores versus the SD1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon D7200 vs Sigma SD1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D7200 & Sigma SD1. The whole galleries are available at Nikon D7200 Gallery & Sigma SD1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D7200 over the Sigma SD1
D7200 | SD1 | |||
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Revealed | March 2015 | ![]() | September 2010 | Fresher by 55 months |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+769k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD1 over the Nikon D7200
SD1 | D7200 |
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Common features in the Nikon D7200 and Sigma SD1
D7200 | SD1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Nikon D7200 vs Sigma SD1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon D7200 has got outside measurements of 136mm x 107mm x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") along with a weight of 765 grams (1.69 lbs) while the Sigma SD1 has specifications of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Compare the Nikon D7200 vs Sigma SD1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the D7200 vs the SD1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D7200 and SD1 is 59 and 77 respectively.

Nikon D7200 vs Sigma SD1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading a spec sheet. The visual underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the D7200 and SD1.
Clearly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon D7200 to offer you greater detail with its extra 9MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos more aggressively. The newer D7200 provides an edge in sensor innovation.

Nikon D7200 vs Sigma SD1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon D7200 vs Sigma SD1 Specifications
Nikon D7200 | Sigma SD1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sigma |
Model | Nikon D7200 | Sigma SD1 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2015-03-02 | 2010-09-21 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 4 | Dual True II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 24 x 16mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 384.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 15MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4800 x 3200 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | - |
Highest boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 51 | 11 |
Cross focus points | 15 | 2 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | Sigma SA |
Total lenses | 309 | 76 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.2" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,229k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.63x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 15 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, auto FP high-speed sync, auto w/redeye reduction, fill flash, rear-curtain sync, rear-curtain w/slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, slow sync, off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/250 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 765 gr (1.69 pounds) | - |
Physical dimensions | 136 x 107 x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") | 146 x 113 x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 87 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 1333 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1110 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL15 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (two slots) | Compact Flash (Type I, UDMA compatible) |
Card slots | 2 | 1 |
Price at launch | $1,100 | $2,339 |