Sigma SD10 vs Sony A580

Below, we are comparing the Sigma SD10 versus Sony A580, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Sigma and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the SD10 (3MP) and A580 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The SD10 was launched 8 years before the A580 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Sigma SD10 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A580 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SD10 grades versus the A580 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma SD10 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A580. The complete galleries are provided at Sigma SD10 Gallery and Sony A580 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Sigma SD10 provides outside measurements of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") and a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs) and the Sony A580 has proportions of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") having a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Examine the Sigma SD10 versus Sony A580 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the SD10 against the A580.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SD10 and A580 is 54 and 64 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out specifications. The visual here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SD10 and A580.

Plainly, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony A580 to produce more detail utilizing its extra 13 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older SD10 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.