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Canon G9 X II vs Sigma DP1

Portability
92
Imaging
53
Features
66
Overall
58
Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II front
 
Sigma DP1 front
Portability
87
Imaging
43
Features
30
Overall
37

Canon G9 X II vs Sigma DP1 Key Specs

Canon G9 X II
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-84mm (F2-4.9) lens
  • 206g - 98 x 58 x 31mm
  • Introduced January 2017
  • Earlier Model is Canon G9 X
Sigma DP1
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 800
  • No Video
  • 28mm (F) lens
  • 270g - 113 x 60 x 50mm
  • Announced May 2008
  • Replacement is Sigma DP1s
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Canon G9 X II vs Sigma DP1 Overview

Below is a in depth overview of the Canon G9 X II and Sigma DP1, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Sigma. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and DP1 (5MP) and the G9 X II (1") and DP1 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The G9 X II was brought out 8 years later than the DP1 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon G9 X II being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise overview of how the G9 X II matches up versus the DP1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Canon G9 X II over the Sigma DP1

 G9 X II DP1 
AnnouncedJanuary 2017May 2008More recent by 106 months
Display sizing3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution1040k230kClearer display (+810k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sigma DP1 over the Canon G9 X II

 DP1 G9 X II 

Common features in the Canon G9 X II and Sigma DP1

 G9 X II DP1 
Focus manually More precise focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen

Canon G9 X II vs Sigma DP1 Physical Comparison

For those who are going to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon G9 X II offers outside measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sigma DP1 has dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") having a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

Examine the Canon G9 X II and Sigma DP1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the G9 X II and the DP1.

Canon G9 X II vs Sigma DP1 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X II and DP1 is 92 and 87 respectively.

Canon G9 X II vs Sigma DP1 top view buttons comparison

Canon G9 X II vs Sigma DP1 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements just by researching a spec sheet. The visual below should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 X II and DP1.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G9 X II due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Canon G9 X II will render extra detail having its extra 15MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The newer G9 X II will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Canon G9 X II vs Sigma DP1 sensor size comparison

Canon G9 X II vs Sigma DP1 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon G9 X II vs Sigma DP1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon G9 X II Portrait photography factors
Sigma DP1 Portrait photography factors
65
you can focus manually
MP count decent (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (1")
features face detect autofocus
delivers RAW files
cannot use external flash
55
you can focus manually
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
MP count low (5 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Canon G9 X II Street photography information
Sigma DP1 Street photography information
80
built in image stabilization (Optical)
nice sensor size (1")
delivers RAW files
has focus via touch
lighter than competitors in class (206 grams)
no moving screen
64
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
lighter than average (270g)
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
max ISO too low (800)
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Sports Comparison

Canon G9 X II as a Sports photography camera
Sigma DP1 as a Sports photography camera
59
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (20MP)
nice sensor size (1")
features tracking focus
terrible battery life (235 per charge)
does not have phase detect autofocus
31
sensor size is good (APS-C)
fixed focal length (28mm)
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (5 megapixels)
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Canon G9 X II Travel photography information
Sigma DP1 Travel photography information
78
lighter than competitors in class (206 grams)
connects via bluetooth
has focus via touch
MP count decent (20MP)
flash built-in
pretty wide (28mm)
fast maximum aperture (f2)
terrible battery life (235 CIPA)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
63
lighter than average (270g)
has built in flash
good maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
MP count low (5 megapixels)
does not have selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Canon G9 X II Landscape photography information
Sigma DP1 Landscape photography information
70
you can focus manually
pretty wide (28mm)
fast maximum aperture (f2)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (20MP)
nice sensor size (1")
delivers RAW files
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
terrible battery life (235 shots)
44
you can focus manually
good maximum aperture (f)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (28mm)
small screen (2.5")
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (5 megapixels)
max ISO too low (800)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon G9 X II Vlogging factors
Sigma DP1 Vlogging factors
39
pretty wide (28mm)
fast maximum aperture (f2)
touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competitors in class (206 grams)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
missing mic socket
9
no video
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Canon G9 X II vs Sigma DP1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon G9 X II and Sigma DP1
 Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark IISigma DP1
General Information
Manufacturer Canon Sigma
Model type Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II Sigma DP1
Type Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Introduced 2017-01-04 2008-05-19
Body design Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by DIGIC 7 -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size 1" APS-C
Sensor dimensions 13.2 x 8.8mm 20.7 x 13.8mm
Sensor surface area 116.2mm² 285.7mm²
Sensor resolution 20 megapixels 5 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Peak resolution 5472 x 3648 2640 x 1760
Highest native ISO 12800 800
Lowest native ISO 125 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-84mm (3.0x) 28mm (1x)
Highest aperture f/2-4.9 -
Macro focusing distance 5cm -
Crop factor 2.7 1.7
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inches 2.5 inches
Resolution of display 1,040k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 8.2 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) -
Flash options Auto, on, slow synchro, off -
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC -
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 None
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Mic 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 None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 206 grams (0.45 pounds) 270 grams (0.60 pounds)
Dimensions 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating 65 not tested
DXO Color Depth rating 21.9 not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating 12.5 not tested
DXO Low light rating 522 not tested
Other
Battery life 235 images -
Battery format Battery Pack -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) Yes (10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/MMC card
Storage slots One One
Price at release $530 $566