Samsung NX10 vs Sigma SD1
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Samsung NX10 vs Sigma SD1 Key Specs
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- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 499g - 123 x 87 x 40mm
- Announced April 2010
- Successor is Samsung NX11
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- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- n/ag - 146 x 113 x 80mm
- Launched September 2010
- Replacement is Sigma SD1 Merrill
Samsung NX10 vs Sigma SD1 Overview
Below is a extended overview of the Samsung NX10 versus Sigma SD1, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the NX10 (15MP) and the SD1 (15MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe NX10 was released 5 months prior to the SD1 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the NX10 grades versus the SD1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung NX10 vs Sigma SD1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX10 & Sigma SD1. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX10 Gallery & Sigma SD1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX10 over the Sigma SD1
NX10 | SD1 | |||
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Display resolution | 614k | 460k | Clearer display (+154k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD1 over the Samsung NX10
SD1 | NX10 |
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Common features in the Samsung NX10 and Sigma SD1
NX10 | SD1 | |||
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Launched | April 2010 | September 2010 | Same age | |
Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display sizing | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Samsung NX10 vs Sigma SD1 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung NX10 features exterior dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Sigma SD1 has specifications of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung NX10 versus Sigma SD1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the NX10 vs the SD1.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX10 and SD1 is 80 and 77 respectively.
Samsung NX10 vs Sigma SD1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by checking out specs. The visual underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX10 and SD1.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of files though you have to take the launch date of the cameras into account.
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Samsung NX10 vs Sigma SD1 Specifications
Samsung NX10 | Sigma SD1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sigma |
Model | Samsung NX10 | Sigma SD1 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2010-04-07 | 2010-09-21 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DRIM Engine | Dual True II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 24 x 16mm |
Sensor area | 365.0mm² | 384.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15 megapixel | 15 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 4800 x 3200 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 15 | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | 2 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Samsung NX | Sigma SA |
Available lenses | 32 | 76 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 614k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder resolution | 920k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 15s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 11.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | - |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video format | H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 499 grams (1.10 pounds) | - |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") | 146 x 113 x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 63 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 572 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BP1130 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | Compact Flash (Type I, UDMA compatible) |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $626 | $2,339 |