Nikon D80 vs Sigma SD1
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Nikon D80 vs Sigma SD1 Key Specs
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- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- n/ag - 146 x 113 x 80mm
- Introduced September 2010
- Updated by Sigma SD1 Merrill
Nikon D80 vs Sigma SD1 Overview
Below, we will be matching up the Nikon D80 versus Sigma SD1, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sigma. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the D80 (10MP) and SD1 (15MP) but they feature the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe D80 was launched 5 years earlier than the SD1 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the D80 scores vs the SD1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon D80 vs Sigma SD1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D80 & Sigma SD1. The complete galleries are available at Nikon D80 Gallery & Sigma SD1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D80 over the Sigma SD1
D80 | SD1 |
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Reasons to pick Sigma SD1 over the Nikon D80
SD1 | D80 | |||
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Introduced | September 2010 | September 2006 | Fresher by 48 months | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon D80 and Sigma SD1
D80 | SD1 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Nikon D80 vs Sigma SD1 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon D80 comes with exterior dimensions of 132mm x 103mm x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") having a weight of 668 grams (1.47 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD1 has sizing of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Compare the Nikon D80 versus Sigma SD1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the D80 compared to the SD1.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D80 and SD1 is 62 and 77 respectively.
Nikon D80 vs Sigma SD1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the D80 and SD1.
As you can see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sigma SD1 to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older D80 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon D80 vs Sigma SD1 Specifications
Nikon D80 | Sigma SD1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sigma |
Model type | Nikon D80 | Sigma SD1 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2006-09-23 | 2010-09-21 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Dual True II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 24 x 16mm |
Sensor area | 372.9mm² | 384.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 15MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | - |
Max resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 4800 x 3200 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | - |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | 2 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon F | Sigma SA |
Amount of lenses | 309 | 76 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 15 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 13.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Wireless | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/200 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Max video resolution | None | None |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 668 grams (1.47 pounds) | - |
Dimensions | 132 x 103 x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") | 146 x 113 x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 61 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.1 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 524 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | EN-EL3e | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | Compact Flash (Type I, UDMA compatible) |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $800 | $2,339 |