Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sigma SD9
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Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sigma SD9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 465g - 126 x 85 x 65mm
- Announced October 2020
- Updated by Fujifilm X-S20
(Full Review)
- 3MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 400
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 950g - 152 x 120 x 79mm
- Announced November 2002
- Refreshed by Sigma SD10

Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sigma SD9 Overview
In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sigma SD9, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals FujiFilm and Sigma. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-S10 (26MP) and SD9 (3MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X-S10 was released 18 years after the SD9 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-S10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma SD9 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm X-S10 scores vs the SD9 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sigma SD9 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-S10 and Sigma SD9. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-S10 Gallery and Sigma SD9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-S10 over the Sigma SD9
Fujifilm X-S10 | SD9 | |||
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Announced | October 2020 | ![]() | November 2002 | Newer by 218 months |
Screen type | Fully articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 1.8" | Bigger screen (+1.2") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 130k | Clearer screen (+910k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD9 over the Fujifilm X-S10
SD9 | Fujifilm X-S10 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-S10 and Sigma SD9
Fujifilm X-S10 | SD9 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing |
Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sigma SD9 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-S10 features exterior measurements of 126mm x 85mm x 65mm (5.0" x 3.3" x 2.6") with a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs) and the Sigma SD9 has measurements of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sigma SD9 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-S10 versus the SD9.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-S10 and SD9 is 73 and 54 respectively.

Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sigma SD9 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through specs. The picture here should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-S10 and SD9.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Fujifilm X-S10 to give you greater detail as a result of its extra 23MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-S10 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sigma SD9 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-S10 vs Sigma SD9 Specifications
Fujifilm X-S10 | Sigma SD9 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Sigma |
Model type | Fujifilm X-S10 | Sigma SD9 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2020-10-15 | 2002-11-26 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 26 megapixels | 3 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 6240 x 4160 | 2268 x 1512 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 425 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Sigma SA |
Number of lenses | 54 | 76 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 1.8 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 130k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 98 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.77x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/6000s |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 20.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (at ISO 200) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow sync, manual, commander | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | None |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 465 gr (1.03 lb) | 950 gr (2.09 lb) |
Dimensions | 126 x 85 x 65mm (5.0" x 3.3" x 2.6") | 152 x 120 x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 325 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC slot (UHS-I supported) | Compact Flash Type I or II |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $999 | $3,001 |