Sigma SD1 vs Sigma SD15

Lets look much closer at the Sigma SD1 vs Sigma SD15, both Advanced DSLR cameras and both of them are sold by Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the SD1 (15MP) and SD15 (5MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The SD1 was revealed 8 months after the SD15 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SD1 matches up vs the SD15 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma SD1 and Sigma SD15. The full galleries are provided at Sigma SD1 Gallery and Sigma SD15 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Sigma SD1 features outside dimensions of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sigma SD15 has measurements of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the SD1 versus the SD15.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD1 and SD15 is 77 and 59 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out specs. The image underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SD1 and SD15.

All in all, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sigma SD1 to produce greater detail because of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The younger SD1 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.