Canon G9 X vs Sigma DP2x

Here is a thorough review of the Canon G9 X versus Sigma DP2x, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Sigma. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the G9 X (1") and DP2x (APS-C) come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The G9 X was revealed 4 years later than the DP2x and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon G9 X being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the G9 X matches up vs the DP2x for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X and Sigma DP2x. The full galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X Gallery and Sigma DP2x Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon G9 X has external 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 DP2x has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Examine the Canon G9 X versus Sigma DP2x in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the G9 X against the DP2x.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X and DP2x is 92 and 86 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor sizing purely by viewing a spec sheet. The visual below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 X and DP2x.

As you can see, both of those cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G9 X having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Canon G9 X will provide you with more detail because of its extra 15MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images much more aggressively. The more modern G9 X is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.