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Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sigma SD14

Portability
57
Imaging
56
Features
45
Overall
51
Sigma SD1 Merrill front
 
Sigma SD14 front
Portability
59
Imaging
42
Features
30
Overall
37

Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sigma SD14 Key Specs

Sigma SD1 Merrill
(Full Review)
  • 15MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • No Video
  • Sigma SA Mount
  • 790g - 146 x 113 x 80mm
  • Introduced April 2012
  • Succeeded the Sigma SD1
Sigma SD14
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 800 (Expand to 1600)
  • No Video
  • Sigma SA Mount
  • 750g - 144 x 107 x 81mm
  • Announced September 2006
  • Older Model is Sigma SD10
  • Newer Model is Sigma SD15
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Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sigma SD14 Overview

Let's look closer at the Sigma SD1 Merrill versus Sigma SD14, both Advanced DSLR cameras and both of them are produced by Sigma. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SD1 Merrill (15MP) and SD14 (5MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The SD1 Merrill was released 5 years later than the SD14 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SD1 Merrill grades against the SD14 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Sigma SD1 Merrill over the Sigma SD14

 SD1 Merrill SD14 
AnnouncedApril 2012September 2006Fresher by 68 months
Screen size3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution460k150kClearer screen (+310k dot)

Reasons to pick Sigma SD14 over the Sigma SD1 Merrill

 SD14 SD1 Merrill 

Common features in the Sigma SD1 Merrill and Sigma SD14

 SD1 Merrill SD14 
Focus manually Dial precise focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch friendly screen No Touch friendly screen

Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sigma SD14 Physical Comparison

If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sigma SD1 Merrill comes with exterior dimensions of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") along with a weight of 790 grams (1.74 lbs) while the Sigma SD14 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).

Take a look at the Sigma SD1 Merrill versus Sigma SD14 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the SD1 Merrill vs the SD14.

Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sigma SD14 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD1 Merrill and SD14 is 57 and 59 respectively.

Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sigma SD14 top view buttons comparison

Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sigma SD14 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SD1 Merrill and SD14.

As you can see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sigma SD1 Merrill to result in extra detail as a result of its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent SD1 Merrill should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sigma SD14 sensor size comparison

Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sigma SD14 Screen and ViewFinder

Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sigma SD14 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sigma SD1 Merrill Portrait photography features
Sigma SD14 Portrait photography features
65
manual focus
resolution is good (15MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW files
no liveview
49
you can focus manually
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW files
doesn't have liveview
sensor resolution not great (5 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Sigma SD1 Merrill Street photography features
Sigma SD14 Street photography features
57
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW files
weather sealing
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
48
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW files
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
low max ISO (800)
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Sports Comparison

Sigma SD1 Merrill Sports photography details
Sigma SD14 Sports photography details
61
resolution is good (15MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
weather sealing
comes with phase detect autofocus
no liveview
does not have image stabilization
29
sensor size is good (APS-C)
doesn't have liveview
max fps low (3.0 frames/s)
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (5MP)
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Sigma SD1 Merrill Travel photography features
Sigma SD14 Travel photography features
54
weather sealing
resolution is good (15 megapixels)
does not have Time Lapse recording
display isn't selfie friendly
42
flash built-in
no Timelapse mode
sensor resolution not great (5 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Sigma SD1 Merrill Landscape photography features
Sigma SD14 Landscape photography features
63
manual focus
switch lenses (Sigma SA mount)
screen size is good (3 inch)
resolution is good (15MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW files
weather sealing
no liveview
does not have image stabilization
does not have Time Lapse recording
42
you can focus manually
change lenses (Sigma SA mount)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW files
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inch)
doesn't have liveview
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (5MP)
low max ISO (800)
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Sigma SD1 Merrill Vlogging advice
Sigma SD14 Vlogging advice
9
no video recording
9
can't record video
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Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sigma SD14 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sigma SD1 Merrill and Sigma SD14
 Sigma SD1 MerrillSigma SD14
General Information
Brand Name Sigma Sigma
Model Sigma SD1 Merrill Sigma SD14
Class Advanced DSLR Advanced DSLR
Introduced 2012-04-10 2006-09-26
Body design Mid-size SLR Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Processor Dual True II -
Sensor type CMOS (Foveon X3) CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 24 x 16mm 20.7 x 13.8mm
Sensor area 384.0mm² 285.7mm²
Sensor resolution 15 megapixels 5 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 3:2
Max resolution 4800 x 3200 2640 x 1760
Max native ISO 6400 800
Max enhanced ISO - 1600
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Lens
Lens mount Sigma SA Sigma SA
Available lenses 76 76
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.7
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 2.5 inches
Resolution of screen 460 thousand dot 150 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage 96% 98%
Viewfinder magnification 0.64x 0.6x
Features
Min shutter speed - 30 seconds
Max shutter speed - 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed - 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash -
Flash modes no built-in flash -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Max flash sync - 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Max video resolution None None
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 790 gr (1.74 lbs) 750 gr (1.65 lbs)
Physical dimensions 146 x 113 x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") 144 x 107 x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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
Self timer Yes Yes (10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage Compact Flash (Type I, UDMA compatible) Compact Flash Type I or II
Storage slots Single Single
Launch price $2,339 $198