Canon G9 X II vs Sigma DP1

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.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II & Sigma DP1. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X II Gallery & Sigma DP1 Gallery.

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.

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.

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

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.