Sigma SD14 vs Sony RX1R

Following is a complete analysis of the Sigma SD14 and Sony RX1R, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Sigma and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the SD14 (5MP) and RX1R (24MP) and the SD14 (APS-C) and RX1R (Full frame) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The SD14 was launched 7 years earlier than the RX1R which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Sigma SD14 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a short summary of how the SD14 grades versus the RX1R with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma SD14 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The complete galleries are available at Sigma SD14 Gallery & Sony RX1R Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sigma SD14 offers external measurements 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 RX1R has dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") along with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma SD14 and Sony RX1R in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the SD14 compared to the RX1R.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD14 and RX1R is 59 and 79 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at specs. The picture underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SD14 and RX1R.

All in all, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SD14 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF harder and the Sony RX1R will resolve more detail utilizing its extra 19 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SD14 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.