Sigma DP2x vs Sony WX9

In this article, we are evaluating the Sigma DP2x and Sony WX9, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Sigma and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and WX9 (16MP) and the DP2x (APS-C) and WX9 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.

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The DP2x was launched 2 months later than the WX9 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony WX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the DP2x scores vs the WX9 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP2x & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The complete galleries are available at Sigma DP2x Gallery & Sony WX9 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP2x comes with outside measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Sony WX9 has measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the DP2x against the WX9.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP2x and WX9 is 86 and 99 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor measurements only by researching a spec sheet. The visual below will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2x and WX9.

As you can see, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The DP2x due to its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Sony WX9 will provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a little more aggressively.