Panasonic GX9 vs Sigma DP2

Following is a thorough review of the Panasonic GX9 and Sigma DP2, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sigma. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the GX9 (20MP) and DP2 (5MP) and the GX9 (Four Thirds) and DP2 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The GX9 was introduced 8 years after the DP2 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GX9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the GX9 scores against the DP2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 & Sigma DP2. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic GX9 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic GX9 enjoys external dimensions of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") with a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic GX9 and Sigma DP2 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the GX9 vs the DP2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the GX9 and DP2 is 82 and 86 respectively.

Often, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes simply by researching a spec sheet. The pic below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GX9 and DP2.

Clearly, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GX9 with its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Panasonic GX9 will result in greater detail using its extra 15 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more modern GX9 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.