Sigma SD10 vs Sony A77 II
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![Sigma SD10 front Sigma SD10 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Sigma-SD10.jpg)
![Sony SLT-A77 II front Sony SLT-A77 II front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-SLT-A77-II/Sony-A77-II-front.jpg)
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Sigma SD10 vs Sony A77 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 3MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 800 (Boost to 1600)
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 950g - 152 x 120 x 79mm
- Introduced March 2004
- Earlier Model is Sigma SD9
- New Model is Sigma SD14
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 50 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 647g - 143 x 104 x 81mm
- Revealed May 2014
- Earlier Model is Sony A77
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Sigma SD10 vs Sony A77 II Overview
Below is a detailed overview of the Sigma SD10 vs Sony A77 II, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by brands Sigma and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the SD10 (3MP) and A77 II (24MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).
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The SD10 was released 11 years prior to the A77 II and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a brief view of how the SD10 grades versus the A77 II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Sigma SD10 vs Sony A77 II Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma SD10 & Sony SLT-A77 II. The complete galleries are available at Sigma SD10 Gallery & Sony A77 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma SD10 over the Sony A77 II
SD10 | A77 II |
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Reasons to pick Sony A77 II over the Sigma SD10
A77 II | SD10 | |||
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Revealed | May 2014 | ![]() | March 2004 | More recent by 123 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 1.8" | Larger display (+1.2") |
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 130k | Crisper display (+1099k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Sigma SD10 and Sony A77 II
SD10 | A77 II | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Sigma SD10 vs Sony A77 II Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Sigma SD10 has physical 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 A77 II has measurements of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 647 grams (1.43 lbs).
Examine the Sigma SD10 vs Sony A77 II in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the SD10 versus the A77 II.
![Sigma SD10 vs Sony A77 II size comparison Sigma SD10 vs Sony A77 II size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sigma-SD10-vs-Sony-SLT-A77-II-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability score of the SD10 and A77 II is 54 and 62 respectively.
![Sigma SD10 vs Sony A77 II top view buttons comparison Sigma SD10 vs Sony A77 II top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sigma-SD10-vs-Sony-SLT-A77-II-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Sigma SD10 vs Sony A77 II Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading through specifications. The graphic underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SD10 and A77 II.
Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Sony A77 II to give greater detail as a result of its extra 21 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older SD10 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
![Sigma SD10 vs Sony A77 II sensor size comparison Sigma SD10 vs Sony A77 II sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Sigma-SD10-vs-Sony-SLT-A77-II-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Sigma SD10 vs Sony A77 II Screen and ViewFinder
![Sigma SD10 vs Sony A77 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison Sigma SD10 vs Sony A77 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sigma-SD10-vs-Sony-SLT-A77-II-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Sigma SD10 vs Sony A77 II Specifications
Sigma SD10 | Sony SLT-A77 II | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sigma | Sony |
Model type | Sigma SD10 | Sony SLT-A77 II |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2004-03-19 | 2014-05-21 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS (Foveon X3) | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 20.7 x 13.8mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 285.7mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 3MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 2268 x 1512 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 800 | 25600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 1600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 79 |
Cross type focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Sigma SA | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Available lenses | 76 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.7 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 1.8 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 130k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 98 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.77x | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/6000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 12.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | - | Auto, fill, rear sync, slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 950 gr (2.09 lb) | 647 gr (1.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 152 x 120 x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") | 143 x 104 x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 82 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 24.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1013 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 480 shots |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec) | Yes (Yes (2 or 12 sec)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | Compact Flash Type I or II | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $198 | $1,198 |