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Sigma SD14 vs Sony H200

Portability
59
Imaging
42
Features
30
Overall
37
Sigma SD14 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200 front
Portability
67
Imaging
44
Features
31
Overall
38

Sigma SD14 vs Sony H200 Key Specs

Sigma SD14
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 800 (Boost to 1600)
  • No Video
  • Sigma SA Mount
  • 750g - 144 x 107 x 81mm
  • Launched September 2006
  • Succeeded the Sigma SD10
  • Successor is Sigma SD15
Sony H200
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-633mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 530g - 123 x 83 x 87mm
  • Released January 2013
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Sigma SD14 vs Sony H200 Overview

Its time to take a closer look at the Sigma SD14 vs Sony H200, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Sigma and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the SD14 (5MP) and H200 (20MP) and the SD14 (APS-C) and H200 (1/2.3") use different sensor dimensions.

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The SD14 was unveiled 7 years before the H200 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Sigma SD14 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony H200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple overview of how the SD14 grades versus the H200 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Sigma SD14 over the Sony H200

 SD14 H200 
Manually focus Dial precise focus

Reasons to pick Sony H200 over the Sigma SD14

 H200 SD14 
ReleasedJanuary 2013September 2006More modern by 76 months
Screen sizing3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution460k150kCrisper screen (+310k dot)

Common features in the Sigma SD14 and Sony H200

 SD14 H200 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch screen Lacking Touch screen

Sigma SD14 vs Sony H200 Physical Comparison

When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sigma SD14 provides physical dimensions of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") having a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs) while the Sony H200 has dimensions of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") along with a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs).

Look at the Sigma SD14 vs Sony H200 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the SD14 against the H200.

Sigma SD14 vs Sony H200 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SD14 and H200 is 59 and 67 respectively.

Sigma SD14 vs Sony H200 top view buttons comparison

Sigma SD14 vs Sony H200 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading specifications. The pic here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SD14 and H200.

Plainly, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SD14 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Sony H200 will offer more detail having an extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged SD14 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

Sigma SD14 vs Sony H200 sensor size comparison

Sigma SD14 vs Sony H200 Screen and ViewFinder

Sigma SD14 vs Sony H200 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sigma SD14 Portrait photography information
Sony H200 Portrait photography information
49
manual focus
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
does not have liveview
megapixel count low (5 megapixels)
37
decent sensor resolution (20 megapixels)
has face detect focusing
lack of manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Sigma SD14
Street photography with Sony H200
48
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
low maximum ISO (800)
45
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
heavier than competitors (530g)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Sigma SD14
Sports photography with Sony H200
29
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
does not have liveview
max fps very slow (3.0 frames/s)
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (5 megapixels)
does not have phase detect auto focus
47
amazing zoom range (24-633mm 26.4 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (20 megapixels)
has tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
low battery life (240 CIPA)
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Sigma SD14 Travel photography info
Sony H200 Travel photography info
42
has built in flash
lack of Time Lapse mode
megapixel count low (5 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
53
decent sensor resolution (20MP)
built-in flash
really wide (24mm)
very long reach (633mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
low battery life (240 shots)
heavier than competitors (530 grams)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Sigma SD14 Landscape photography factors
Sony H200 Landscape photography factors
42
manual focus
swap lenses (Sigma SA mount)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
tiny screen (2.5")
does not have liveview
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (5 megapixels)
low maximum ISO (800)
lack of Time Lapse mode
40
really wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (20MP)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
no manual control
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
low battery life (240 CIPA)
missing Time Lapse mode
Photography Glossary

Vlogging Comparison

Sigma SD14 as a Vlogging camera
Sony H200 as a Vlogging camera
9
lack of video recording
25
really wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect focusing
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing mic jack
heavier than competitors (530g)
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Sigma SD14 vs Sony H200 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sigma SD14 and Sony H200
 Sigma SD14Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200
General Information
Brand Sigma Sony
Model type Sigma SD14 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200
Type Advanced DSLR Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2006-09-26 2013-01-08
Body design Mid-size SLR SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS (Foveon X3) CCD
Sensor size APS-C 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 20.7 x 13.8mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 285.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 5 megapixel 20 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 2640 x 1760 5184 x 2920
Highest native ISO 800 3200
Highest enhanced ISO 1600 -
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type Sigma SA fixed lens
Lens zoom range - 24-633mm (26.4x)
Largest aperture - f/3.1-5.9
Macro focusing distance - 20cm
Available lenses 76 -
Focal length multiplier 1.7 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.5 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 150 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen technology - ClearPhoto LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (pentaprism) None
Viewfinder coverage 98% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.6x -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/1500 secs
Continuous shutter speed 3.0 frames per second 8.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - 6.80 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash sync 1/180 secs -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions - 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution None 1280x720
Video file format - MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 750 grams (1.65 lbs) 530 grams (1.17 lbs)
Dimensions 144 x 107 x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") 123 x 83 x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 240 photographs
Style of battery - AA
Battery ID - 4 x AA
Self timer Yes (10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage Compact Flash Type I or II SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $198 $250