Nikon Df vs Sigma SD15
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Nikon Df vs Sigma SD15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Expand to 204800)
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 760g - 144 x 110 x 67mm
- Announced December 2013
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 750g - 144 x 107 x 81mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Earlier Model is Sigma SD14
Nikon Df vs Sigma SD15 Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Nikon Df versus Sigma SD15, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Nikon and Sigma. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the Df (16MP) and SD15 (5MP) and the Df (Full frame) and SD15 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizes.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe Df was manufactured 3 years later than the SD15 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Df scores versus the SD15 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon Df vs Sigma SD15 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Df & Sigma SD15. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon Df Gallery & Sigma SD15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Df over the Sigma SD15
Df | SD15 | |||
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Introduced | December 2013 | February 2010 | More recent by 47 months | |
Screen dimension | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD15 over the Nikon Df
SD15 | Df |
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Common features in the Nikon Df and Sigma SD15
Df | SD15 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither includes Touch screen |
Nikon Df vs Sigma SD15 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Df features outer measurements of 144mm x 110mm x 67mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.6") and a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD15 has dimensions 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 Df versus Sigma SD15 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the Df and the SD15.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Df and SD15 is 59 and 59 respectively.
Nikon Df vs Sigma SD15 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements just by seeing specifications. The graphic below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Df and SD15.
To sum up, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Df due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Nikon Df will provide greater detail due to its extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The fresher Df provides a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Nikon Df vs Sigma SD15 Specifications
Nikon Df | Sigma SD15 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sigma |
Model type | Nikon Df | Sigma SD15 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2013-12-20 | 2010-02-20 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 3 | True II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 23.9mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 860.4mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 5MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4928 x 3280 | 2640 x 1760 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | 204800 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 39 | - |
Cross type focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon F | Sigma SA |
Total lenses | 309 | 76 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.2" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 96% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.6x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | - |
Flash options | Auto FP High-speed sync, front-curtain sync, rear-curtain sync, redeye reduction, | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/250 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Max video resolution | None | None |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 760g (1.68 lbs) | 750g (1.65 lbs) |
Dimensions | 144 x 110 x 67mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.6") | 144 x 107 x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 89 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 3279 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1400 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL14,EN-EL14a | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10, or 20 secs) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $2,747 | $1,500 |