Sigma SD14 vs Sony NEX-5R

On this page, we will be matching up the Sigma SD14 and Sony NEX-5R, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the SD14 (5MP) and NEX-5R (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The SD14 was brought out 7 years before the NEX-5R and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Sigma SD14 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony NEX-5R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the SD14 matches up vs the NEX-5R with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma SD14 and Sony Alpha NEX-5R. The entire galleries are viewable at Sigma SD14 Gallery and Sony NEX-5R Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Sigma SD14 enjoys outside dimensions of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") having a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-5R has proportions of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma SD14 and Sony NEX-5R in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SD14 compared to the NEX-5R.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SD14 and NEX-5R is 59 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The visual below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD14 and NEX-5R.

To sum up, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony NEX-5R to provide extra detail having its extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures more aggressively. The older SD14 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.