Sigma SD1 vs Sigma SD1 Merrill
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Sigma SD1 vs Sigma SD1 Merrill Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- n/ag - 146 x 113 x 80mm
- Announced September 2010
- Newer Model is Sigma SD1 Merrill
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 790g - 146 x 113 x 80mm
- Released April 2012
- Superseded the Sigma SD1
Sigma SD1 vs Sigma SD1 Merrill Overview
Here, we are matching up the Sigma SD1 versus Sigma SD1 Merrill, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras and they are both created by Sigma. The resolution of the SD1 (15MP) and the SD1 Merrill (15MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe SD1 was revealed 18 months before the SD1 Merrill making them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SD1 matches up against the SD1 Merrill in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sigma SD1 vs Sigma SD1 Merrill Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma SD1 and Sigma SD1 Merrill. The full galleries are provided at Sigma SD1 Gallery and Sigma SD1 Merrill Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma SD1 over the Sigma SD1 Merrill
SD1 | SD1 Merrill |
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Reasons to pick Sigma SD1 Merrill over the Sigma SD1
SD1 Merrill | SD1 | |||
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Released | April 2012 | September 2010 | More recent by 18 months |
Common features in the Sigma SD1 and Sigma SD1 Merrill
SD1 | SD1 Merrill | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Sigma SD1 vs Sigma SD1 Merrill Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Sigma SD1 has exterior dimensions of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sigma SD1 Merrill has sizing of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") along with a weight of 790 grams (1.74 lbs).
Examine the Sigma SD1 versus Sigma SD1 Merrill in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the SD1 versus the SD1 Merrill.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SD1 and SD1 Merrill is 77 and 57 respectively.
Sigma SD1 vs Sigma SD1 Merrill Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements only by going over a spec sheet. The photograph below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD1 and SD1 Merrill.
As you can see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you should expect similar quality of photos although you may want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The older SD1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
Sigma SD1 vs Sigma SD1 Merrill Screen and ViewFinder
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Sigma SD1 vs Sigma SD1 Merrill Specifications
Sigma SD1 | Sigma SD1 Merrill | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sigma | Sigma |
Model type | Sigma SD1 | Sigma SD1 Merrill |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2010-09-21 | 2012-04-10 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Dual True II | Dual True II |
Sensor type | CMOS (Foveon X3) | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 24 x 16mm | 24 x 16mm |
Sensor surface area | 384.0mm² | 384.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15 megapixel | 15 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Highest Possible resolution | 4800 x 3200 | 4800 x 3200 |
Maximum native ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | - | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Cross type focus points | 2 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Sigma SA | Sigma SA |
Amount of lenses | 76 | 76 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 96 percent | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | - |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | no built-in flash |
Flash options | - | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | None | None |
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 | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 790g (1.74 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 146 x 113 x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") | 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I, UDMA compatible) | Compact Flash (Type I, UDMA compatible) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $2,339 | $2,339 |