Samsung SL720 vs Sigma SD9

The following is a complete assessment of the Samsung SL720 versus Sigma SD9, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the SL720 (12MP) and SD9 (3MP) and the SL720 (1/2.3") and SD9 (APS-C) feature different sensor size.

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The SL720 was revealed 6 years after the SD9 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma SD9 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SL720 grades against the SD9 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung SL720 and Sigma SD9. The full galleries are provided at Samsung SL720 Gallery and Sigma SD9 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung SL720 features exterior measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sigma SD9 has dimensions of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

See the Samsung SL720 versus Sigma SD9 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the SL720 and the SD9.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SL720 and SD9 is 94 and 54 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions purely by viewing specifications. The pic underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SL720 and SD9.

To sum up, both of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SL720 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Samsung SL720 will render greater detail because of its extra 9MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher SL720 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.