| General | Sigma SD9 | Sigma SD15 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sigma | Sigma |
| Model | SD9 | SD15 |
| Predecessor Model | Sigma SD14 | |
| Successor Model | Sigma SD10 | |
| Camera Type | Interchangeable Lens | Interchangeable Lens |
| Body Type | DSLR | DSLR |
| Video Capture |
| Sensor | Sigma SD9 | Sigma SD15 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Type | CMOS (Foveon X3) | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
| Sensor Size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor Dimensions | 20.7 x 13.8 mm | 20.7 x 13.8 mm |
| Total Pixels | 11 Megapixel | 14.1 Megapixel |
| Effective Pixels | 3 Megapixel | 5 Megapixel |
| Low Pass Filter | ||
| Native ISO Range | 100 - 400 | 100 - 1,600 |
| Boosted ISO Range | 50 - 3,200 |
| Photo | Sigma SD9 | Sigma SD15 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | TRUE II | |
| Max Image Resolution | 2268 x 1512 | 2640 x 1760 |
| Other Resolutions | 1134 x 756, 756 x 504 | 1776 x 1184, 1296 x 864 |
| Image Aspect Ratios | 3:2 | 3:2 |
| JPEG Quality Levels | High, Normal, Standard | Fine, Normal, Basic |
| Bit Depth | 12-Bit | |
| Timelapse Recording |
| Focus | Sigma SD9 | Sigma SD15 |
|---|---|---|
| Autofocus Modes | Multi-area Selective single-point Single Continuous Live View | Multi-area Selective single-point Single Continuous Live View |
| Lens Servo | Single-Servo AF, Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus | |
| 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 SD9 | Sigma SD15 |
|---|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Sigma SA | Sigma SA |
| Crop Factor | 1.7x | 1.7x |
| Image Stabilization | ||
| Digital Image Stabilization |
| Screen | Sigma SD9 | Sigma SD15 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Type | Fixed | Fixed |
| Touch Screen | ||
| Screen Size | 1.8" | 3.0" |
| Screen Resolution | 130k dot | 460k dot |
| Top LCD Screen | ||
| Live View | ||
| Live Composition |
| Viewfinder | Sigma SD9 | Sigma SD15 |
|---|---|---|
| Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 98% | 96% |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.77x | 0.90x |
| Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent) | 0.77x | 0.60x |
| Diopter Adjustment | -3 to +1.5 |
| Shutter | Sigma SD9 | Sigma SD15 |
|---|---|---|
| Min Shutter Speed | 30 sec | 30 sec |
| Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) | 1/6000 sec | 1/4000 sec |
| Max Continuous Shooting | 3.0 fps |
| Flash | Sigma SD9 | Sigma SD15 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | ||
| Flash Modes | Unknown | Unknown |
| Max Flash Sync Speed | 1/180 sec | 1/180 sec |
| External Flash Connectivity | ||
| External Flash Connection | Hot Shoe |
| Exposure | Sigma SD9 | Sigma SD15 |
|---|---|---|
| Exposure Metering Modes | Multi Center-weighted Average | |
| Exposure Compensation | ±3 EV (1/2 EV increments) | ±3 EV (1/3 EV increments) |
| Video | Sigma SD9 | Sigma SD15 |
|---|---|---|
| Unlimited Video Recording |
| Terminals | Sigma SD9 | Sigma SD15 |
|---|---|---|
| USB Speed | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| HDMI Output | ||
| Built-in Microphone | Mono | |
| Microphone Input | ||
| Headphone Output | ||
| Flash Sync Port |
| Connectivity | Sigma SD9 | Sigma SD15 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in GPS | ||
| Built-In Wi-Fi | ||
| Built-In Bluetooth | ||
| Remote Control | Optional wired | Wireless RS-31 |
| Environmental | Sigma SD9 | Sigma SD15 |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Sealing |
| Physical | Sigma SD9 | Sigma SD15 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 152 x 120 x 79 mm (5.98 x 4.72 x 3.11") | 144 x 107 x 81 mm (5.67 x 4.21 x 3.19") |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 950 g (2.09 lb / 33.51 oz) | 750 g (1.65 lb / 26.46 oz) |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 7.7 x 7.7 x 5.7" | |
| Package Weight | 3.65 lb |
| Power and Storage | Sigma SD9 | Sigma SD15 |
|---|---|---|
| Internal Storage | ||
| External Storage | Single Slot: CompactFlash (Type I/II, UDMA compatible) | Single Slot: SD/SDHC |
| Other | Sigma SD9 | Sigma SD15 |
|---|---|---|
| Self Timer | 10 sec | 10 sec |
| Orientation Sensor |
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