Nikon D7500 vs Sigma SD14
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Nikon D7500 vs Sigma SD14 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 1640000)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 720g - 136 x 104 x 73mm
- Released April 2017
- Replaced the Nikon D7200
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 800 (Expand to 1600)
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 750g - 144 x 107 x 81mm
- Launched September 2006
- Earlier Model is Sigma SD10
- Renewed by Sigma SD15
Nikon D7500 vs Sigma SD14 Overview
Here, we are looking at the Nikon D7500 and Sigma SD14, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sigma. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the D7500 (21MP) and SD14 (5MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe D7500 was unveiled 10 years later than the SD14 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the D7500 grades vs the SD14 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon D7500 vs Sigma SD14 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D7500 and Sigma SD14. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon D7500 Gallery and Sigma SD14 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D7500 over the Sigma SD14
D7500 | SD14 | |||
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Launched | April 2017 | September 2006 | More recent by 129 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display size | 3.2" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.7") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 150k | Crisper display (+772k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD14 over the Nikon D7500
SD14 | D7500 |
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Common features in the Nikon D7500 and Sigma SD14
D7500 | SD14 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focus | |||
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Nikon D7500 vs Sigma SD14 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon D7500 provides exterior dimensions of 136mm x 104mm x 73mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 720 grams (1.59 lbs) and the Sigma SD14 has specifications of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).
Check the Nikon D7500 and Sigma SD14 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the D7500 against the SD14.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D7500 and SD14 is 60 and 59 respectively.
Nikon D7500 vs Sigma SD14 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading through technical specs. The visual underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the D7500 and SD14.
As you can tell, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon D7500 to give you extra detail having an extra 16MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The newer D7500 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon D7500 vs Sigma SD14 Specifications
Nikon D7500 | Sigma SD14 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sigma |
Model | Nikon D7500 | Sigma SD14 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2017-04-12 | 2006-09-26 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 5 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21MP | 5MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 2640 x 1760 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 1640000 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 51 | - |
Cross focus points | 15 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | Sigma SA |
Number of lenses | 309 | 76 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.2" | 2.5" |
Display resolution | 922 thousand dot | 150 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 98% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.63x | 0.6x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/250 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Yes (Hot-shoe, Wireless plus sync connector) | 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 | 720g (1.59 lb) | 750g (1.65 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 136 x 104 x 73mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 2.9") | 144 x 107 x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 86 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.3 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 1483 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 950 photographs | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL15a | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Compact Flash Type I or II |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $1,247 | $198 |