Panasonic 3D1 vs Sigma SD10

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Panasonic 3D1 and Sigma SD10, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by companies Panasonic and Sigma. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the 3D1 (12MP) and SD10 (3MP) and the 3D1 (1/2.3") and SD10 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The 3D1 was unveiled 7 years after the SD10 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the 3D1 matches up versus the SD10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 and Sigma SD10. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery and Sigma SD10 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic 3D1 provides physical dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD10 has measurements of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") along with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic 3D1 and Sigma SD10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the 3D1 vs the SD10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 3D1 and SD10 is 93 and 54 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at specifications. The pic below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the 3D1 and SD10.

To sum up, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 3D1 using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic 3D1 will give more detail having an extra 9MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher 3D1 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.