Nikon D780 vs Sigma SD14

Following is a extensive review of the Nikon D780 versus Sigma SD14, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sigma. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the D780 (25MP) and SD14 (5MP) and the D780 (Full frame) and SD14 (APS-C) possess different sensor measurements.

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The D780 was announced 13 years after the SD14 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the D780 matches up vs the SD14 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D780 and Sigma SD14. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon D780 Gallery and Sigma SD14 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and size. The Nikon D780 offers exterior measurements of 144mm x 116mm x 76mm (5.7" x 4.6" x 3.0") and a weight of 840 grams (1.85 lbs) and the Sigma SD14 has specifications of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") and a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Compare the Nikon D780 versus Sigma SD14 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the D780 versus the SD14.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D780 and SD14 is 57 and 59 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes merely by going through specifications. The picture here will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the D780 and SD14.

To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The D780 having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Nikon D780 will show extra detail with its extra 20 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The newer D780 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.