Canon 77D vs Sigma SD9
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Canon 77D vs Sigma SD9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Boost to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 540g - 131 x 100 x 76mm
- Revealed February 2017
- Alternate Name is EOS 9000D
- Replaced the Canon T6s
(Full Review)
- 3MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 400
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 950g - 152 x 120 x 79mm
- Revealed November 2002
- New Model is Sigma SD10

Canon 77D vs Sigma SD9 Overview
Here is a extended review of the Canon 77D vs Sigma SD9, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Canon and Sigma. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the 77D (24MP) and SD9 (3MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (APS-C).

The 77D was unveiled 14 years later than the SD9 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the 77D scores vs the SD9 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon 77D vs Sigma SD9 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 77D & Sigma SD9. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 77D Gallery & Sigma SD9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 77D over the Sigma SD9
77D | SD9 | |||
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Revealed | February 2017 | ![]() | November 2002 | Fresher by 174 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 1.8" | Bigger screen (+1.2") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 130k | Clearer screen (+910k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD9 over the Canon 77D
SD9 | 77D |
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Common features in the Canon 77D and Sigma SD9
77D | SD9 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus |
Canon 77D vs Sigma SD9 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Canon 77D enjoys external measurements of 131mm x 100mm x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD9 has specifications of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).
Check the Canon 77D vs Sigma SD9 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the 77D compared to the SD9.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 77D and SD9 is 66 and 54 respectively.

Canon 77D vs Sigma SD9 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at specs. The graphic here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 77D and SD9.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Canon 77D to give you extra detail having an extra 21MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern 77D will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Canon 77D vs Sigma SD9 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 77D vs Sigma SD9 Specifications
Canon EOS 77D | Sigma SD9 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sigma |
Model type | Canon EOS 77D | Sigma SD9 |
Also referred to as | EOS 9000D | - |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2017-02-15 | 2002-11-26 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 7 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 3MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 2268 x 1512 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 45 | - |
Cross type focus points | 45 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF/EF-S | Sigma SA |
Number of lenses | 326 | 76 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 1.8" |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 130 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 98% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.51x | 0.77x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/200s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 540 grams (1.19 pounds) | 950 grams (2.09 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 100 x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") | 152 x 120 x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 78 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 971 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 600 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | Compact Flash Type I or II |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $549 | $3,001 |