Sigma SD15 vs Sigma SD9

In this article, we are contrasting the Sigma SD15 vs Sigma SD9, both Advanced DSLR cameras and both are built by Sigma. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the SD15 (5MP) and SD9 (3MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The SD15 was manufactured 7 years after the SD9 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick overview of how the SD15 grades against the SD9 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma SD15 & Sigma SD9. The entire galleries are available at Sigma SD15 Gallery & Sigma SD9 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sigma SD15 comes with outside dimensions of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs) and the Sigma SD9 has measurements of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SD15 and the SD9.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SD15 and SD9 is 59 and 54 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specs. The image here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD15 and SD9.

All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Sigma SD15 to produce greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent SD15 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.