Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sony HX9V

Here is a thorough comparison of the Sigma SD1 Merrill and Sony HX9V, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Sigma and Sony. The image resolution of the SD1 Merrill (15MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is relatively close but the SD1 Merrill (APS-C) and HX9V (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The SD1 Merrill was released 9 months later than the HX9V which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Sigma SD1 Merrill being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony HX9V being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SD1 Merrill matches up against the HX9V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma SD1 Merrill and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The complete galleries are available at Sigma SD1 Merrill Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sigma SD1 Merrill enjoys outside measurements of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") having a weight of 790 grams (1.74 lbs) and the Sony HX9V has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

See the Sigma SD1 Merrill and Sony HX9V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the SD1 Merrill and the HX9V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD1 Merrill and HX9V is 57 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching specifications. The photograph below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SD1 Merrill and HX9V.

To sum up, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SD1 Merrill because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Sony HX9V will result in extra detail as a result of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern SD1 Merrill is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.