Sigma DP2x vs Sony TX9

Let's examine more closely at the Sigma DP2x versus Sony TX9, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Sigma and Sony. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and TX9 (12MP) and the DP2x (APS-C) and TX9 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor size.

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The DP2x was unveiled 8 months later than the TX9 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony TX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a simple summation of how the DP2x matches up against the TX9 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP2x and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The full galleries are provided at Sigma DP2x Gallery and Sony TX9 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP2x has external measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 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).

Check the Sigma DP2x versus Sony TX9 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the DP2x against the TX9.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the DP2x and TX9 is 86 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements only by reviewing specifications. The visual here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2x and TX9.

To sum up, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The DP2x with its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Sony TX9 will offer you more detail having an extra 7MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent DP2x is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.