Sigma DP1x vs Sony TX9

In this article, we will be matching up the Sigma DP1x versus Sony TX9, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Sigma and Sony. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the DP1x (5MP) and TX9 (12MP) and the DP1x (APS-C) and TX9 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor size.

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The DP1x was manufactured 4 months earlier than the TX9 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony TX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief view of how the DP1x grades vs the TX9 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP1x and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The entire galleries are provided at Sigma DP1x Gallery and Sony TX9 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP1x has got external measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sony TX9 has proportions of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

See the Sigma DP1x versus Sony TX9 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the DP1x compared to the TX9.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP1x and TX9 is 88 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions merely by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the DP1x and TX9.

As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The DP1x featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Sony TX9 will provide more detail due to its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots far more aggressively.