Canon 60D vs Sigma SD9

Here, we will be comparing the Canon 60D and Sigma SD9, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by brands Canon and Sigma. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the 60D (18MP) and SD9 (3MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The 60D was launched 8 years after the SD9 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the 60D scores against the SD9 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 60D & Sigma SD9. The complete galleries are available at Canon 60D Gallery & Sigma SD9 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon 60D provides exterior measurements of 145mm x 106mm x 79mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.1") and a weight of 755 grams (1.66 lbs) and the Sigma SD9 has measurements of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") and a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the 60D versus the SD9.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the 60D and SD9 is 59 and 54 respectively.

Often, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing technical specs. The pic below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the 60D and SD9.

As you have seen, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Canon 60D to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger 60D should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.