| General | Sigma SD15 | Sigma SD1 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sigma | Sigma |
| Model | SD15 | SD1 Merrill |
| Predecessor Model | Sigma SD14 | Sigma SD1 |
| Camera Type | Interchangeable Lens | Interchangeable Lens |
| Body Type | DSLR | DSLR |
| Video Capture |
| Sensor | Sigma SD15 | Sigma SD1 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Type | CMOS (Foveon X3) | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
| Sensor Size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor Dimensions | 20.7 x 13.8 mm | 24 x 16 mm |
| Total Pixels | 14.1 Megapixel | 46 Megapixel |
| Effective Pixels | 5 Megapixel | 15 Megapixel |
| Low Pass Filter | ||
| Native ISO Range | 100 - 1,600 | 100 - 6,400 |
| Boosted ISO Range | 50 - 3,200 |
| Photo | Sigma SD15 | Sigma SD1 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | TRUE II | Dual TRUE II |
| Max Image Resolution | 2640 x 1760 | 4800 x 3200 |
| Other Resolutions | 1776 x 1184, 1296 x 864 | |
| Image Aspect Ratios | 3:2 | 4:3 |
| Image File Format | JPEG, RAW | |
| JPEG Quality Levels | Fine, Normal, Basic | |
| Bit Depth | 12-Bit | 12-Bit |
| Timelapse Recording |
| Focus | Sigma SD15 | Sigma SD1 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Autofocus Modes | Multi-area Selective single-point Single Continuous Live View | Multi-area Single Continuous |
| Lens Servo | Single-Servo AF, Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus | Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF |
| AF Detection Range | 0 to +18 EV | |
| 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 SD15 | Sigma SD1 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Sigma SA | Sigma SA |
| Crop Factor | 1.7x | 1.5x |
| Image Stabilization | ||
| Digital Image Stabilization |
| Screen | Sigma SD15 | Sigma SD1 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Type | Fixed | Fixed |
| Touch Screen | ||
| Screen Size | 3.0" | 3.0" |
| Screen Resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
| Top LCD Screen | ||
| Live View | ||
| Live Composition |
| Viewfinder | Sigma SD15 | Sigma SD1 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 96% | 96% |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.90x | 0.95x |
| Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent) | 0.60x | 0.63x |
| Diopter Adjustment | -3 to +1.5 | -3 to +1.5 |
| Shutter | Sigma SD15 | Sigma SD1 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Min Shutter Speed | 30 sec | |
| Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) | 1/4000 sec | |
| Max Continuous Shooting | 3.0 fps |
| Flash | Sigma SD15 | Sigma SD1 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | ||
| Flash Modes | Unknown | |
| Max Flash Sync Speed | 1/180 sec | 1/180 sec |
| External Flash Connectivity | ||
| External Flash Connection | Hot Shoe | Hot Shoe |
| Exposure | Sigma SD15 | Sigma SD1 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Exposure Metering Modes | Multi Center-weighted Average | Multi Center-weighted Average |
| Exposure Modes | Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority | |
| Exposure Compensation | ±3 EV (1/3 EV increments) | ±3 EV (1/3 EV increments) |
| Video | Sigma SD15 | Sigma SD1 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Unlimited Video Recording |
| Terminals | Sigma SD15 | Sigma SD1 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| USB Speed | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| HDMI Output | ||
| Speaker | ||
| Built-in Microphone | Mono | |
| Microphone Input | ||
| Headphone Output | ||
| Flash Sync Port |
| Connectivity | Sigma SD15 | Sigma SD1 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in GPS | ||
| Built-In Wi-Fi | ||
| Built-In Bluetooth | ||
| Remote Control | Wireless RS-31 |
| Environmental | Sigma SD15 | Sigma SD1 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Sealing |
| Physical | Sigma SD15 | Sigma SD1 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 144 x 107 x 81 mm (5.67 x 4.21 x 3.19") | 146 x 113 x 80 mm (5.75 x 4.45 x 3.15") |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 750 g (1.65 lb / 26.46 oz) | 790 g (1.74 lb / 27.87 oz) |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 7.7 x 7.7 x 5.7" | 7.6 x 7 x 5.6" |
| Package Weight | 3.65 lb | 3.55 lb |
| Power and Storage | Sigma SD15 | Sigma SD1 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Internal Storage | ||
| External Storage | Single Slot: SD/SDHC | Single Slot: CompactFlash (Type I, UDMA compatible) |
| Other | Sigma SD15 | Sigma SD1 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Self Timer | 10 sec | |
| Orientation Sensor |
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