Panasonic L1 vs Sigma SD14

Below, we will be matching up the Panasonic L1 versus Sigma SD14, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sigma. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the L1 (7MP) and SD14 (5MP) and the L1 (Four Thirds) and SD14 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The L1 was launched 7 months after the SD14 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a concise summary of how the L1 matches up versus the SD14 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1 & Sigma SD14. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic L1 Gallery & Sigma SD14 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic L1 features exterior dimensions of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") and a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) whilst 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).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the L1 against the SD14.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L1 and SD14 is 65 and 59 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to see the gap in sensor sizes merely by checking out specifications. The picture below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the L1 and SD14.

Plainly, the two cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The L1 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Panasonic L1 will show greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more modern L1 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.