Pentax K-7 vs Sigma SD15

Here is a detailed assessment of the Pentax K-7 versus Sigma SD15, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by companies Pentax and Sigma. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the K-7 (15MP) and SD15 (5MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The K-7 was brought out 4 months before the SD15 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the K-7 matches up versus the SD15 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-7 and Sigma SD15. The entire galleries are available at Pentax K-7 Gallery and Sigma SD15 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-7 has got outside dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs) while the Sigma SD15 has measurements of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Look at the Pentax K-7 versus Sigma SD15 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the K-7 compared to the SD15.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the K-7 and SD15 is 60 and 59 respectively.

Often, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-7 and SD15.

Clearly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Pentax K-7 to resolve greater detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively.