Sigma SD10 vs Sony A3000

Below, we are evaluating the Sigma SD10 versus Sony A3000, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Sigma and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the SD10 (3MP) and A3000 (20MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The SD10 was brought out 10 years prior to the A3000 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Sigma SD10 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A3000 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SD10 scores against the A3000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma SD10 & Sony Alpha A3000. The entire galleries are provided at Sigma SD10 Gallery & Sony A3000 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sigma SD10 offers outside dimensions of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs) while the Sony A3000 has proportions of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") and a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

Contrast the Sigma SD10 versus Sony A3000 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the SD10 and the A3000.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SD10 and A3000 is 54 and 69 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes merely by going over a spec sheet. The pic below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SD10 and A3000.

As you can see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can anticipate the Sony A3000 to offer you extra detail having its extra 17MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images much more aggressively. The more aged SD10 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.