Canon G9 X II vs Sigma DP2s
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Canon G9 X II vs Sigma DP2s Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-84mm (F2-4.9) lens
- 206g - 98 x 58 x 31mm
- Revealed January 2017
- Old Model is Canon G9 X
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Announced February 2010
- Old Model is Sigma DP2
- Successor is Sigma DP2x
Photography Glossary Canon G9 X II vs Sigma DP2s Overview
Following is a complete review of the Canon G9 X II vs Sigma DP2s, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Sigma. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and DP2s (5MP) and the G9 X II (1") and DP2s (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.
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Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the G9 X II matches up versus the DP2s with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Canon G9 X II over the Sigma DP2s
| G9 X II | DP2s | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2017 |  | February 2010 | More modern by 84 months |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
| Screen resolution | 1040k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+810k dot) |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2s over the Canon G9 X II
| DP2s | G9 X II |
|---|
Common features in the Canon G9 X II and Sigma DP2s
| G9 X II | DP2s | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial exact focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen |
Canon G9 X II vs Sigma DP2s Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon G9 X II enjoys external dimensions 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 DP2s has dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
Check out the Canon G9 X II vs Sigma DP2s in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the G9 X II and the DP2s.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X II and DP2s is 92 and 86 respectively.
Canon G9 X II vs Sigma DP2s Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing specs. The image here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 X II and DP2s.
All in all, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G9 X II because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Canon G9 X II will produce extra detail due to its extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more recent G9 X II should have an edge in sensor technology.
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Canon G9 X II vs Sigma DP2s Specifications
| Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II | Sigma DP2s | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Canon | Sigma |
| Model | Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II | Sigma DP2s |
| Category | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2017-01-04 | 2010-02-20 |
| Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | DIGIC 7 | True II |
| 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 area | 116.2mm² | 285.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 5 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 2640 x 1760 |
| Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 125 | 50 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-84mm (3.0x) | 41mm (1x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2-4.9 | - |
| Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 1.7 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 1,040k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30s | 15s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 8.2 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.30 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC | 320 x 240 |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 320x240 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 206 grams (0.45 pounds) | 280 grams (0.62 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | 65 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | 21.9 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 12.5 | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | 522 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 235 images | - |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/MMC card |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch price | $530 | $940 |