Sigma SD1 vs Sony W370

On this page, we are comparing the Sigma SD1 and Sony W370, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Sigma and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SD1 (15MP) and the W370 (14MP) is fairly comparable but the SD1 (APS-C) and W370 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The SD1 was released 9 months after the W370 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony W370 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SD1 scores vs the W370 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma SD1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The complete galleries are provided at Sigma SD1 Gallery and Sony W370 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Sigma SD1 provides exterior measurements of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sony W370 has proportions of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma SD1 and Sony W370 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SD1 and the W370.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SD1 and W370 is 77 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions just by checking out a spec sheet. The picture underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SD1 and W370.

Clearly, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The SD1 featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Sigma SD1 will produce greater detail as a result of its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos more aggressively. The newer SD1 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.