| General | Sigma SD1 | Sigma SD9 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sigma | Sigma |
| Model | SD1 | SD9 |
| Successor Model | Sigma SD1 Merrill | Sigma SD10 |
| Camera Type | Interchangeable Lens | Interchangeable Lens |
| Body Type | DSLR | DSLR |
| Video Capture |
| Sensor | Sigma SD1 | Sigma SD9 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Type | CMOS (Foveon X3) | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
| Sensor Size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor Dimensions | 24 x 16 mm | 20.7 x 13.8 mm |
| Total Pixels | 46 Megapixel | 11 Megapixel |
| Effective Pixels | 15 Megapixel | 3 Megapixel |
| Low Pass Filter | ||
| Native ISO Range | 100 - 400 |
| Photo | Sigma SD1 | Sigma SD9 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dual TRUE II | |
| Max Image Resolution | 4800 x 3200 | 2268 x 1512 |
| Other Resolutions | 1134 x 756, 756 x 504 | |
| Image Aspect Ratios | 4:3 | 3:2 |
| JPEG Quality Levels | High, Normal, Standard | |
| Timelapse Recording |
| Focus | Sigma SD1 | Sigma SD9 |
|---|---|---|
| Autofocus Modes | Multi-area Single Continuous | Multi-area Selective single-point Single Continuous Live View |
| Lens Servo | Single-Servo AF, Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus | |
| Number of Focus Points | 11 | |
| Number of Cross-type Focus Points | 2 | |
| Touch-to-Focus | ||
| Live View Autofocus | ||
| Animal Eye Detection | ||
| Vehicle Tracking Mode | ||
| Insect Tracking Mode | ||
| Contrast Detection for Autofocus | ||
| Phase Detection for Autofocus |
| Optics | Sigma SD1 | Sigma SD9 |
|---|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Sigma SA | Sigma SA |
| Crop Factor | 1.5x | 1.7x |
| Image Stabilization | ||
| Digital Image Stabilization |
| Screen | Sigma SD1 | Sigma SD9 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Type | Fixed | Fixed |
| Touch Screen | ||
| Screen Size | 3.0" | 1.8" |
| Screen Resolution | 460k dot | 130k dot |
| Top LCD Screen | ||
| Live View | ||
| Live Composition |
| Viewfinder | Sigma SD1 | Sigma SD9 |
|---|---|---|
| Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 96% | 98% |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.95x | 0.77x |
| Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent) | 0.63x | 0.77x |
| Diopter Adjustment | -3 to +1.5 |
| Shutter | Sigma SD1 | Sigma SD9 |
|---|---|---|
| Min Shutter Speed | 15 sec | 30 sec |
| Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) | 1/2000 sec | 1/6000 sec |
| Max Continuous Shooting | 5.0 fps |
| Flash | Sigma SD1 | Sigma SD9 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | ||
| Flash Modes | Unknown | |
| Max Flash Sync Speed | 1/180 sec | |
| External Flash Connectivity | ||
| External Flash Connection | Hot Shoe |
| Exposure | Sigma SD1 | Sigma SD9 |
|---|---|---|
| Exposure Metering Modes | Multi Center-weighted Average | |
| Exposure Compensation | ±3 EV (1/2 EV increments) |
| Video | Sigma SD1 | Sigma SD9 |
|---|---|---|
| Unlimited Video Recording |
| Terminals | Sigma SD1 | Sigma SD9 |
|---|---|---|
| USB Speed | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
| HDMI Output | ||
| Built-in Microphone | ||
| Microphone Input | ||
| Headphone Output | ||
| Flash Sync Port |
| Connectivity | Sigma SD1 | Sigma SD9 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in GPS | ||
| Built-In Wi-Fi | ||
| Built-In Bluetooth | ||
| Remote Control | Optional wired |
| Environmental | Sigma SD1 | Sigma SD9 |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Sealing |
| Physical | Sigma SD1 | Sigma SD9 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 146 x 113 x 80 mm (5.75 x 4.45 x 3.15") | 152 x 120 x 79 mm (5.98 x 4.72 x 3.11") |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 790 g (1.74 lb / 27.87 oz) | 950 g (2.09 lb / 33.51 oz) |
| Power and Storage | Sigma SD1 | Sigma SD9 |
|---|---|---|
| Internal Storage | ||
| External Storage | Single Slot: Compact Flash (Type I, UDMA compatible) | Single Slot: CompactFlash (Type I/II, UDMA compatible) |
| Other | Sigma SD1 | Sigma SD9 |
|---|---|---|
| Self Timer | 10 sec | |
| Orientation Sensor |
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