Sigma SD10 vs Sony A700

Below, we will be analyzing the Sigma SD10 vs Sony A700, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Sigma and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the SD10 (3MP) and A700 (12MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The SD10 was brought out 4 years before the A700 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SD10 scores versus the A700 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma SD10 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A700. The entire galleries are provided at Sigma SD10 Gallery and Sony A700 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sigma SD10 comes with outside dimensions of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs) and the Sony A700 has measurements of 142mm x 105mm x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") along with a weight of 768 grams (1.69 lbs).

Look at the Sigma SD10 vs Sony A700 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the SD10 against the A700.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD10 and A700 is 54 and 58 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading specifications. The graphic below should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD10 and A700.

To sum up, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony A700 to offer extra detail having its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older SD10 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.