Canon G9 X vs Sigma DP2

Below, we are comparing the Canon G9 X vs Sigma DP2, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sigma. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and DP2 (5MP) and the G9 X (1") and DP2 (APS-C) come with different sensor size.

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The G9 X was manufactured 6 years after the DP2 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon G9 X being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the G9 X scores against the DP2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G9 X and Sigma DP2. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X Gallery and Sigma DP2 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon G9 X offers 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) whilst the Sigma DP2 has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the G9 X against the DP2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the G9 X and DP2 is 92 and 86 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes only by checking a spec sheet. The pic here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 X and DP2.

Clearly, each of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G9 X featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Canon G9 X will give greater detail due to its extra 15 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more recent G9 X provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.