Canon G9 X vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

Here, we are comparing the Canon G9 X versus Sigma DP2 Quattro, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Sigma. The image resolution of the G9 X (20MP) and the DP2 Quattro (20MP) is very close but the G9 X (1") and DP2 Quattro (APS-C) boast different sensor sizing.

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The G9 X was unveiled 21 months later than the DP2 Quattro making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon G9 X being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the G9 X scores vs the DP2 Quattro in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X and Sigma DP2 Quattro. The full galleries are available at Canon G9 X Gallery and Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon G9 X provides outside measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") along with a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 Quattro has measurements of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") and a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

Check the Canon G9 X versus Sigma DP2 Quattro in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the G9 X vs the DP2 Quattro.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X and DP2 Quattro is 92 and 70 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by looking through a spec sheet. The visual below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 X and DP2 Quattro.

As you can see, each of these cameras feature the identical resolution but different sensor sizing. The G9 X comes with the smaller sensor which will make getting shallow DOF tougher. The more modern G9 X should have a benefit in sensor tech.