Sigma SD10 vs Sony A850

Below is a detailed comparison of the Sigma SD10 vs Sony A850, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the SD10 (3MP) and A850 (25MP) and the SD10 (APS-C) and A850 (Full frame) come with different sensor sizes.

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The SD10 was brought out 7 years before the A850 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SD10 matches up against the A850 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma SD10 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A850. The entire galleries are provided at Sigma SD10 Gallery & Sony A850 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Sigma SD10 has got outside measurements of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs) whilst the Sony A850 has measurements of 156mm x 117mm x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") with a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the SD10 against the A850.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD10 and A850 is 54 and 54 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements just by reviewing specifications. The photograph below might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SD10 and A850.

Plainly, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The SD10 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony A850 will deliver extra detail having its extra 22MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older SD10 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.