Nikon D810 vs Sigma SD1
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Nikon D810 vs Sigma SD1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 980g - 146 x 123 x 82mm
- Released June 2014
- Replaced the Nikon D800
- Successor is Nikon D850
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- n/ag - 146 x 113 x 80mm
- Launched September 2010
- Renewed by Sigma SD1 Merrill
Photography Glossary Nikon D810 vs Sigma SD1 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Nikon D810 and Sigma SD1, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sigma. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the D810 (36MP) and SD1 (15MP) and the D810 (Full frame) and SD1 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor measurements.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe D810 was unveiled 3 years after the SD1 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the D810 matches up vs the SD1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D810 and Sigma SD1. The full galleries are available at Nikon D810 Gallery and Sigma SD1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D810 over the Sigma SD1
| D810 | SD1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | June 2014 |  | September 2010 | Newer by 46 months |
| Display size | 3.2" |  | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
| Display resolution | 1229k |  | 460k | Clearer display (+769k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD1 over the Nikon D810
| SD1 | D810 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon D810 and Sigma SD1
| D810 | SD1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial exact focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Nikon D810 vs Sigma SD1 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon D810 provides exterior dimensions of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 980 grams (2.16 lbs) while the Sigma SD1 has proportions of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Look at the Nikon D810 and Sigma SD1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the D810 against the SD1.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D810 and SD1 is 54 and 77 respectively.
Nikon D810 vs Sigma SD1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the D810 and SD1.
Clearly, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The D810 with its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Nikon D810 will offer you greater detail having an extra 21MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The newer D810 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Nikon D810 vs Sigma SD1 Specifications
| Nikon D810 | Sigma SD1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Nikon | Sigma |
| Model | Nikon D810 | Sigma SD1 |
| Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
| Released | 2014-06-26 | 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 | Full frame | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 24mm | 24 x 16mm |
| Sensor surface area | 861.6mm² | 384.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 36 megapixels | 15 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 5:4 and 3:2 | - |
| Highest resolution | 7360 x 4912 | 4800 x 3200 |
| Highest native ISO | 12800 | - |
| Highest boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | - |
| RAW format | ||
| Lowest boosted ISO | 32 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 51 | 11 |
| Cross focus points | 15 | 2 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Nikon F | Sigma SA |
| Total lenses | 309 | 76 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3.2" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 1,229k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display technology | TFT-LCD (WRGB) | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 96 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.64x |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 15 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 5.0fps | 5.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
| Flash modes | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash synchronize | 1/250 secs | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) | - |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Optional | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 980g (2.16 pounds) | - |
| Physical dimensions | 146 x 123 x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") | 146 x 113 x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | 97 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | 25.7 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 14.8 | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | 2853 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 1200 shots | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | EN-EL15 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10, 20 secs for up to 9 shots) | Yes |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, CompactFlash (UDMA compliant) | Compact Flash (Type I, UDMA compatible) |
| Card slots | 2 | One |
| Price at launch | $1,999 | $2,339 |