Sigma SD14 vs Sony NEX-5

Below is a detailed review of the Sigma SD14 versus Sony NEX-5, former being a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the SD14 (5MP) and NEX-5 (14MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The SD14 was revealed 4 years prior to the NEX-5 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Sigma SD14 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony NEX-5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the SD14 grades versus the NEX-5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma SD14 & Sony Alpha NEX-5. The full galleries are viewable at Sigma SD14 Gallery & Sony NEX-5 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sigma SD14 enjoys exterior measurements of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") along with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-5 has proportions of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") along with a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

Examine the Sigma SD14 versus Sony NEX-5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the SD14 versus the NEX-5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SD14 and NEX-5 is 59 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements only by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SD14 and NEX-5.

Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Sony NEX-5 to offer greater detail because of its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The older SD14 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.