Sigma SD14 vs Sony A7 II

Let's look more closely at the Sigma SD14 versus Sony A7 II, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Sigma and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the SD14 (5MP) and A7 II (24MP) and the SD14 (APS-C) and A7 II (Full frame) offer totally different sensor size.

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The SD14 was introduced 9 years earlier than the A7 II and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Sigma SD14 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the SD14 grades vs the A7 II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma SD14 and Sony Alpha A7 II. The whole galleries are viewable at Sigma SD14 Gallery and Sony A7 II Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Sigma SD14 offers external measurements of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") and a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs) and the Sony A7 II has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Examine the Sigma SD14 versus Sony A7 II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the SD14 versus the A7 II.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SD14 and A7 II is 59 and 69 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by checking a spec sheet. The graphic below should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SD14 and A7 II.

As you can see, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SD14 having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony A7 II will give extra detail using its extra 19 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older SD14 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.