Pentax ist DS2 vs Sigma SD14
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Pentax ist DS2 vs Sigma SD14 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 605g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Released August 2005
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 800 (Boost to 1600)
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 750g - 144 x 107 x 81mm
- Announced September 2006
- Earlier Model is Sigma SD10
- New Model is Sigma SD15
Pentax ist DS2 vs Sigma SD14 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Pentax ist DS2 versus Sigma SD14, both Advanced DSLR cameras by competitors Pentax and Sigma. The resolution of the ist DS2 (6MP) and the SD14 (5MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe ist DS2 was revealed 13 months earlier than the SD14 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the ist DS2 matches up vs the SD14 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Pentax ist DS2 vs Sigma SD14 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax ist DS2 & Sigma SD14. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax ist DS2 Gallery & Sigma SD14 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax ist DS2 over the Sigma SD14
ist DS2 | SD14 | |||
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Screen resolution | 210k | 150k | Sharper screen (+60k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD14 over the Pentax ist DS2
SD14 | ist DS2 | |||
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Announced | September 2006 | August 2005 | More recent by 13 months |
Common features in the Pentax ist DS2 and Sigma SD14
ist DS2 | SD14 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 2.5" | 2.5" | Same screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither includes Touch screen |
Pentax ist DS2 vs Sigma SD14 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax ist DS2 features outside measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD14 has proportions of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") and a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).
Compare the Pentax ist DS2 versus Sigma SD14 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the ist DS2 compared to the SD14.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ist DS2 and SD14 is 68 and 59 respectively.
Pentax ist DS2 vs Sigma SD14 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by checking out specifications. The photograph here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the ist DS2 and SD14.
Plainly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Pentax ist DS2 to show more detail because of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older ist DS2 will be behind in sensor technology.
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Pentax ist DS2 vs Sigma SD14 Specifications
Pentax ist DS2 | Sigma SD14 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Pentax | Sigma |
Model | Pentax ist DS2 | Sigma SD14 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2005-08-22 | 2006-09-26 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 3008 x 2008 | 2640 x 1760 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 800 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Pentax KAF | Sigma SA |
Number of lenses | 151 | 76 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5" | 2.5" |
Screen resolution | 210 thousand dots | 150 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 98% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | 0.6x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Max video resolution | - | None |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | No | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 605 grams (1.33 lb) | 750 grams (1.65 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") | 144 x 107 x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC card | Compact Flash Type I or II |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | - | $198 |