Samsung SL820 vs Sigma SD1

On this page, we are comparing the Samsung SL820 vs Sigma SD1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced DSLR by companies Samsung and Sigma. The image resolution of the SL820 (12MP) and the SD1 (15MP) is very close but the SL820 (1/2.3") and SD1 (APS-C) posses different sensor measurements.

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The SL820 was introduced 19 months prior to the SD1 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung SL820 being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the SL820 matches up vs the SD1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung SL820 and Sigma SD1. The whole galleries are available at Samsung SL820 Gallery and Sigma SD1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung SL820 has outside measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD1 has measurements of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung SL820 vs Sigma SD1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the SL820 against the SD1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SL820 and SD1 is 94 and 77 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing simply by looking through technical specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SL820 and SD1.

As you have seen, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SL820 using its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Sigma SD1 will result in more detail using its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The older SL820 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.