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Sigma DP1x vs Sony WX9

Portability
88
Imaging
44
Features
27
Overall
37
Sigma DP1x front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9 front
Portability
99
Imaging
39
Features
37
Overall
38

Sigma DP1x vs Sony WX9 Key Specs

Sigma DP1x
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 320 x 240 video
  • 28mm (F4.0) lens
  • 250g - 113 x 60 x 50mm
  • Announced February 2010
  • Older Model is Sigma DP1s
Sony WX9
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
  • n/ag - 95 x 56 x 20mm
  • Launched January 2011
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Sigma DP1x vs Sony WX9 Overview

Its time to examine more closely at the Sigma DP1x versus Sony WX9, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Sigma and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the DP1x (5MP) and WX9 (16MP) and the DP1x (APS-C) and WX9 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The DP1x was introduced 10 months prior to the WX9 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony WX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the DP1x matches up vs the WX9 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Sigma DP1x over the Sony WX9

 DP1x WX9 
Manual focus Dial precise focus

Reasons to pick Sony WX9 over the Sigma DP1x

 WX9 DP1x 
LaunchedJanuary 2011February 2010Newer by 10 months
Display sizing3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution921k230kCrisper display (+691k dot)

Common features in the Sigma DP1x and Sony WX9

 DP1x WX9 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch display Lack of Touch display

Sigma DP1x vs Sony WX9 Physical Comparison

When you are intending to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Sigma DP1x enjoys external measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Sony WX9 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Examine the Sigma DP1x versus Sony WX9 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the DP1x versus the WX9.

Sigma DP1x vs Sony WX9 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the DP1x and WX9 is 88 and 99 respectively.

Sigma DP1x vs Sony WX9 top view buttons comparison

Sigma DP1x vs Sony WX9 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by looking at specifications. The image below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the DP1x and WX9.

To sum up, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The DP1x having a larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Sony WX9 will give you extra detail using its extra 11MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged DP1x is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Sigma DP1x vs Sony WX9 sensor size comparison

Sigma DP1x vs Sony WX9 Screen and ViewFinder

Sigma DP1x vs Sony WX9 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Sigma DP1x
Portrait photography with Sony WX9
56
has manual focus
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
low megapixels (5 megapixels)
30
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Sigma DP1x Street photography highlights
Sony WX9 Street photography highlights
68
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
lighter than competition in class (250g)
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
59
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sigma DP1x Sports photography information
Sony WX9 Sports photography information
32
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
focal length is fixed (28mm)
no image stabilization
low megapixels (5 megapixels)
no phase detect autofocus
39
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
no shutter priority
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Sigma DP1x Travel photography highlights
Sony WX9 Travel photography highlights
57
lighter than competition in class (250 grams)
has built in flash
does not have Timelapse mode
low megapixels (5MP)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f4.0)
67
megapixel count decent (16MP)
flash built-in
pretty wide (25mm)
does not have Timelapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f2.6)
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Landscape Comparison

Sigma DP1x Landscape photography factors
Sony WX9 Landscape photography factors
41
has manual focus
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (28mm)
sluggish max aperture (f4.0)
small screen (2.5 inch)
no image stabilization
low megapixels (5 megapixels)
does not have Timelapse mode
43
pretty wide (25mm)
decent sized screen (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.6)
no manual mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Sigma DP1x
Vlogging with Sony WX9
25
lighter than competition in class (250 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f4.0)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video quality not great (320 x 240 pxls)
does not have external microphone jack
33
pretty wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
sluggish max aperture (f2.6)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have microphone socket
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Sigma DP1x vs Sony WX9 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sigma DP1x and Sony WX9
 Sigma DP1xSony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9
General Information
Manufacturer Sigma Sony
Model type Sigma DP1x Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9
Category Large Sensor Compact Ultracompact
Announced 2010-02-20 2011-01-06
Physical type Large Sensor Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip True II BIONZ
Sensor type CMOS (Foveon X3) BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 20.7 x 13.8mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 285.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 5 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 2640 x 1760 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28mm (1x) 25-125mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/4.0 f/2.6-6.3
Macro focusing range - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 1.7 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.5 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 230k dots 921k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen tech - XtraFine LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30s 2s
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter rate - 10.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - 5.30 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 320 x 240 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 320x240 1920x1080
Video data format - MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 250 grams (0.55 lbs) -
Dimensions 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") 95 x 56 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID - NP-BN1
Self timer Yes (10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/MMC card SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Card slots 1 1
Launch cost $574 $188