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Sigma SD10 vs Sigma SD14

Portability
54
Imaging
39
Features
27
Overall
34
Sigma SD10 front
 
Sigma SD14 front
Portability
59
Imaging
42
Features
30
Overall
37

Sigma SD10 vs Sigma SD14 Key Specs

Sigma SD10
(Full Review)
  • 3MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 1.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 800 (Push to 1600)
  • 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
  • No Video
  • Sigma SA Mount
  • 950g - 152 x 120 x 79mm
  • Released March 2004
  • Old Model is Sigma SD9
  • Newer Model is Sigma SD14
Sigma SD14
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 800 (Raise to 1600)
  • No Video
  • Sigma SA Mount
  • 750g - 144 x 107 x 81mm
  • Launched September 2006
  • Replaced the Sigma SD10
  • Updated by Sigma SD15
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Sigma SD10 vs Sigma SD14 Overview

The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Sigma SD10 vs Sigma SD14, both Advanced DSLR cameras and they are both built by Sigma. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SD10 (3MP) and SD14 (5MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The SD10 was revealed 3 years earlier than the SD14 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SD10 scores versus the SD14 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Sigma SD10 over the Sigma SD14

 SD10 SD14 

Reasons to pick Sigma SD14 over the Sigma SD10

 SD14 SD10 
LaunchedSeptember 2006March 2004Newer by 30 months
Display size2.5"1.8"Larger display (+0.7")
Display resolution150k130kCrisper display (+20k dot)

Common features in the Sigma SD10 and Sigma SD14

 SD10 SD14 
Focus manually Very exact focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch display Lacking Touch display

Sigma SD10 vs Sigma SD14 Physical Comparison

If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Sigma SD10 features physical measurements of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD14 has sizing of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") along with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma SD10 vs Sigma SD14 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the SD10 and the SD14.

Sigma SD10 vs Sigma SD14 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD10 and SD14 is 54 and 59 respectively.

Sigma SD10 vs Sigma SD14 top view buttons comparison

Sigma SD10 vs Sigma SD14 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions just by seeing specifications. The picture below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SD10 and SD14.

Plainly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Sigma SD14 to show more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged SD10 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Sigma SD10 vs Sigma SD14 sensor size comparison

Sigma SD10 vs Sigma SD14 Screen and ViewFinder

Sigma SD10 vs Sigma SD14 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sigma SD10 Portrait photography details
Sigma SD14 Portrait photography details
47
manual focus
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW files
does not have liveview
MP count low (3MP)
49
focusing manually
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW files
no liveview
sensor resolution low (5MP)
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Sigma SD10
Street photography with Sigma SD14
43
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW files
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
heavier than average (950g)
max ISO too low (800)
48
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW files
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
max ISO too low (800)
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Sports Comparison

Sigma SD10 Sports photography features
Sigma SD14 Sports photography features
36
great max shutter speed (1/6,000 seconds)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
does not have liveview
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (3 megapixels)
doesn't have phase detect AF
29
sensor size is good (APS-C)
no liveview
very slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames per second)
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (5 megapixels)
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Sigma SD10 Travel photography information
Sigma SD14 Travel photography information
29
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
heavier than average (950g)
MP count low (3MP)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
42
has built in flash
missing Timelapse mode
sensor resolution low (5MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Sigma SD10 as a Landscape photography camera
Sigma SD14 as a Landscape photography camera
41
manual focus
change lenses (Sigma SA mount)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW files
screen is small (1.8")
does not have liveview
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (3 megapixels)
max ISO too low (800)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
42
focusing manually
change lenses (Sigma SA mount)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW files
screen is somewhat small (2.5")
no liveview
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (5MP)
max ISO too low (800)
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Sigma SD10 Vlogging highlights
Sigma SD14 Vlogging highlights
9
no video shooting
9
no video recording
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Sigma SD10 vs Sigma SD14 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sigma SD10 and Sigma SD14
 Sigma SD10Sigma SD14
General Information
Manufacturer Sigma Sigma
Model Sigma SD10 Sigma SD14
Category Advanced DSLR Advanced DSLR
Released 2004-03-19 2006-09-26
Body design Mid-size SLR Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS (Foveon X3) CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 20.7 x 13.8mm 20.7 x 13.8mm
Sensor area 285.7mm² 285.7mm²
Sensor resolution 3MP 5MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 2268 x 1512 2640 x 1760
Maximum native ISO 800 800
Maximum enhanced ISO 1600 1600
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Lens
Lens mounting type Sigma SA Sigma SA
Available lenses 76 76
Crop factor 1.7 1.7
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 1.8 inch 2.5 inch
Screen resolution 130 thousand dot 150 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage 98% 98%
Viewfinder magnification 0.77x 0.6x
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/6000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed - 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range no built-in flash -
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash sync 1/180 seconds 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Maximum video resolution None None
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 950 grams (2.09 pounds) 750 grams (1.65 pounds)
Physical dimensions 152 x 120 x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") 144 x 107 x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Self timer Yes (10 sec) Yes (10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage Compact Flash Type I or II Compact Flash Type I or II
Storage slots 1 1
Launch price $198 $198