Canon G9 X vs Sigma DP1x

Here, we are looking at the Canon G9 X versus Sigma DP1x, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Sigma. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and DP1x (5MP) and the G9 X (1") and DP1x (APS-C) offer different sensor measurements.

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The G9 X was manufactured 5 years later than the DP1x and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon G9 X being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the G9 X matches up against the DP1x in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Sigma DP1x. The entire galleries are available at Canon G9 X Gallery & Sigma DP1x Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon G9 X features outer dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") and a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Sigma DP1x has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the G9 X compared to the DP1x.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the G9 X and DP1x is 92 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing only by reading specifications. The photograph underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 X and DP1x.

Plainly, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G9 X featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Canon G9 X will offer more detail due to its extra 15MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher G9 X provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.