Sigma SD1 vs Sony WX9

The following is a extended comparison of the Sigma SD1 versus Sony WX9, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Sigma and Sony. The image resolution of the SD1 (15MP) and the WX9 (16MP) is fairly similar but the SD1 (APS-C) and WX9 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor measurements.

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The SD1 was introduced 3 months before the WX9 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony WX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a short summation of how the SD1 scores against the WX9 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma SD1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The whole galleries are available at Sigma SD1 Gallery and Sony WX9 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sigma SD1 provides outside dimensions of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sony WX9 has dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma SD1 versus Sony WX9 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the SD1 versus the WX9.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SD1 and WX9 is 77 and 99 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading a spec sheet. The pic here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD1 and WX9.

Clearly, both cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The SD1 with its larger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Sony WX9 will offer extra detail using its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively.