Pentax K-1 vs Sigma SD9

Below, we will be matching up the Pentax K-1 vs Sigma SD9, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Pentax and Sigma. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the K-1 (36MP) and SD9 (3MP) and the K-1 (Full frame) and SD9 (APS-C) come with different sensor size.

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The K-1 was announced 13 years later than the SD9 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a concise view of how the K-1 matches up against the SD9 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-1 & Sigma SD9. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax K-1 Gallery & Sigma SD9 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-1 comes with physical dimensions of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") and a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs) and the Sigma SD9 has measurements of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") and a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the K-1 and the SD9.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K-1 and SD9 is 55 and 54 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements merely by checking specifications. The visual underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-1 and SD9.

To sum up, both the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The K-1 having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Pentax K-1 will resolve greater detail with its extra 33MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more modern K-1 should have a benefit in sensor technology.