Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony TX9

Here, we are analyzing the Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony TX9, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Sigma and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the DP2 Quattro (20MP) and TX9 (12MP) and the DP2 Quattro (APS-C) and TX9 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.

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The DP2 Quattro was revealed 3 years later than the TX9 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony TX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a quick overview of how the DP2 Quattro grades versus the TX9 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP2 Quattro and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The full galleries are viewable at Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery and Sony TX9 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP2 Quattro enjoys outside measurements of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") having a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs) whilst the Sony TX9 has dimensions of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the DP2 Quattro against the TX9.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP2 Quattro and TX9 is 70 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading specifications. The graphic underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the DP2 Quattro and TX9.

To sum up, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The DP2 Quattro using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Sigma DP2 Quattro will deliver more detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The younger DP2 Quattro provides an advantage in sensor tech.