Samsung GX-20 vs Sigma SD9

Below is a extended analysis of the Samsung GX-20 versus Sigma SD9, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by companies Samsung and Sigma. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the GX-20 (15MP) and SD9 (3MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The GX-20 was introduced 5 years later than the SD9 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick overview of how the GX-20 scores vs the SD9 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-20 & Sigma SD9. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung GX-20 Gallery & Sigma SD9 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Samsung GX-20 enjoys exterior dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD9 has specifications of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the GX-20 and the SD9.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX-20 and SD9 is 58 and 54 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading through specifications. The graphic below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX-20 and SD9.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Samsung GX-20 to give you extra detail using its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more recent GX-20 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.