Sigma SD1 vs Sony A35

The following is a in-depth comparison of the Sigma SD1 vs Sony A35, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Sigma and Sony. The image resolution of the SD1 (15MP) and the A35 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The SD1 was brought out 12 months prior to the A35 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A35 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SD1 matches up versus the A35 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma SD1 and Sony SLT-A35. The entire galleries are viewable at Sigma SD1 Gallery and Sony A35 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sigma SD1 comes with 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) whilst the Sony A35 has measurements of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 415 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SD1 versus the A35.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD1 and A35 is 77 and 69 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions only by looking at specs. The picture here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD1 and A35.

As you can plainly see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony A35 to give greater detail having its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SD1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.