Sigma SD1

34 reviews

Apr, 2024

Positive
performance (6)
usability (5)
sensor (4)
durability (3)
color (3)

Negative
price (4)
portability (3)
low-light (1)
screen (1)
battery (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 34 reviews of Sigma SD1. The average rating for this product is 3.2/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. Reviews about the color and durability are overall positive. The sensor and usability are also appreciated. Some have doubts about the low light performance and battery, and there are mixed views on the reliability and video.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Sigma SD1 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 86/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Sigma SD1

alaTest has collected and analyzed 4 user reviews of Sigma SD1 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 2.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. The performance and portability get negative views.

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50% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Sigma SD1

alaTest has collected and analyzed 5 user reviews of Sigma SD1 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 1.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. People are impressed by the reliability, but many are critical about the price.

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Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Matt Grayson (photographyblog.com)

Sigma SD1 Review

The Sigma SD1 DSLR is the new flagship camera of the well-known Japanese lens manufacturer. It features a huge 46 megapixel APS-C X3 sensor, dual TRUE II processors, 11 AF cross points, magnesium body with O-ring weather sealing, ISO 100-6400 and a 3...

We were really excited to get hold of the Sigma SD1, it's a lovely camera to hold and you can feel the workmanship that's gone into it. The magnesium alloy body ensures rigidity and the weather sealing means you don't have to rush out of the rain. We...

Dec, 2011

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Expert review by (imaging-resource.com)

Sigma SD1 Review

The Sigma SD1 is the company's first entry into the high-end DSLR market, and features a magnesium alloy body design that includes rubber o-ring seals on buttons and connectors, for weather and dust resistance. Body dimensions are 5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1"...

As of February 8, 2011, the minimum advertised price (MAP; effectively the "street" price) for the Sigma SD1 has been reduced to US$2,299; basically a third of what it was selling for before that point. In an unusual move, Sigma has announced that...

May, 2011

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Expert review by : Digital Camera Review (digitalcamerareview.com)

Sigma SD1 Merrill Review

Conclusion The Sigma SD1 Merrill is a contradiction. It's a well-constructed DSLR with good ergonomics, a useful quick-set menu and great image quality thanks to its use of Foveon technology. However the camera's performance is hampered by auto focus...

Excellent build quality, Useful quick-set menu, Excellent image quality

Auto focusing problems in low light, Frequent writing to the memory card, Lacks video, live view, top LCD

Feb, 2013

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Expert review by : Amateur Photographer (amateurphotographer.co.uk)

Sigma SD1 review

There is no doubt that the Sigma SD1's unique Foveon X3 sensor means that the final images from this camera in a variety of settings stand out from the other two models - for good and bad reasons. The SD1's resolution detail at lower sensitivities is...

Apr, 2014

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Expert review by : Catherine Monfils (reghardware.co.uk)

Sigma SD1 Merill 46Mp DSLR

Review The Sigma SD1 might not be a household name but some of you will certainly be familiar with it. Launched at Photokina in 2010, the SD1 was the first and only DSLR to show off a sensor based on an entirely new technology. Albeit akin to an APS-C...

So what’s the final word? Is the Sigma SD1 worth the premium price tag it carries and the attention of professional and enthusiast photographers? There is actually no definitive answer to these questions. For landscape and studio photographers the SD1...

Jul, 2012

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Sigma SD1 Review

Sigma believe they hold the key to the ultimate image quality, the Foveon X3 sensor, recording 3 colours at every pixel does this camera deliver? Joshua Waller finds out.

Foveon Sensor; Weather sealed magnesium body; Removable IR Filter / Dust Shield for IR Photography; Very high pixel level detail; Strong colour available from the camera

Poor battery life

Feb, 2012

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Expert review by : Hayley Paterek (digicambuyer.co.uk)