Pentax XG-1 vs Sigma SD1
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Pentax XG-1 vs Sigma SD1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1248mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 567g - 119 x 89 x 98mm
- Introduced July 2014
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- n/ag - 146 x 113 x 80mm
- Released September 2010
- Later Model is Sigma SD1 Merrill
Photography Glossary Pentax XG-1 vs Sigma SD1 Overview
Below is a detailed analysis of the Pentax XG-1 vs Sigma SD1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Pentax and Sigma. The image resolution of the XG-1 (16MP) and the SD1 (15MP) is pretty close but the XG-1 (1/2.3") and SD1 (APS-C) come with different sensor measurements.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe XG-1 was revealed 3 years later than the SD1 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple overview of how the XG-1 matches up against the SD1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax XG-1 & Sigma SD1. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax XG-1 Gallery & Sigma SD1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax XG-1 over the Sigma SD1
| XG-1 | SD1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | July 2014 |  | September 2010 | More recent by 47 months |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD1 over the Pentax XG-1
| SD1 | XG-1 |
|---|
Common features in the Pentax XG-1 and Sigma SD1
| XG-1 | SD1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very accurate focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical screen measurements |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 460k | Identical screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Missing Touch screen |
Pentax XG-1 vs Sigma SD1 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax XG-1 comes with external measurements of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") and a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) while the Sigma SD1 has measurements of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Look at the Pentax XG-1 vs Sigma SD1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the XG-1 against the SD1.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the XG-1 and SD1 is 66 and 77 respectively.
Pentax XG-1 vs Sigma SD1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements merely by looking through technical specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the XG-1 and SD1.
As you have seen, both cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The XG-1 using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Pentax XG-1 will render extra detail because of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more modern XG-1 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
Pentax XG-1 vs Sigma SD1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax XG-1 vs Sigma SD1 Specifications
| Pentax XG-1 | Sigma SD1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Pentax | Sigma |
| Model type | Pentax XG-1 | Sigma SD1 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced DSLR |
| Introduced | 2014-07-15 | 2010-09-21 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Mid-size SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | Dual True II |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 24 x 16mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 384.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 15 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4800 x 3200 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | - |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 11 |
| Cross type focus points | - | 2 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sigma SA |
| Lens zoom range | 24-1248mm (52.0x) | - |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | - |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
| Available lenses | - | 76 |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 460k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder resolution | 200k dot | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 96 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.64x |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 9.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.00 m | - |
| Flash settings | Force Off, Flash Auto, Force Flash, Slow Sync., Slow Sync. + Red-Eye, Red-Eye Reduction | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | - |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 567 gr (1.25 pounds) | - |
| Dimensions | 119 x 89 x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") | 146 x 113 x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 240 images | - |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | LB-060 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC | Compact Flash (Type I, UDMA compatible) |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at release | $599 | $2,339 |
