Sigma SD14 vs Sony WX9

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Sigma SD14 versus Sony WX9, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the SD14 (5MP) and WX9 (16MP) and the SD14 (APS-C) and WX9 (1/2.3") come with different sensor dimensions.

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The SD14 was revealed 5 years earlier than the WX9 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Sigma SD14 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony WX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a quick view of how the SD14 grades vs the WX9 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma SD14 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The full galleries are available at Sigma SD14 Gallery and Sony WX9 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Sigma SD14 comes with outer measurements of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs) whilst the Sony WX9 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Contrast the Sigma SD14 versus Sony WX9 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the SD14 and the WX9.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD14 and WX9 is 59 and 99 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing only by reading through technical specs. The photograph below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SD14 and WX9.

As you can tell, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SD14 having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony WX9 will give you extra detail because of its extra 11MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older SD14 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.