Sigma SD1 vs Sony H300

On this page, we are matching up the Sigma SD1 versus Sony H300, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the SD1 (15MP) and H300 (20MP) and the SD1 (APS-C) and H300 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor measurements.

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The SD1 was revealed 4 years earlier than the H300 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony H300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SD1 scores against the H300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma SD1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300. The full galleries are available at Sigma SD1 Gallery and Sony H300 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Sigma SD1 offers external 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) and the Sony H300 has measurements of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") having a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma SD1 versus Sony H300 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the SD1 against the H300.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SD1 and H300 is 77 and 63 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to see the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading specs. The pic here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SD1 and H300.

All in all, both of those cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SD1 having a larger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Sony H300 will offer you greater detail because of its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged SD1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.