Sigma SD9 vs Sigma fp

The following is a extensive assessment of the Sigma SD9 and Sigma fp, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are offered by Sigma. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the SD9 (3MP) and fp (25MP) and the SD9 (APS-C) and fp (Full frame) boast different sensor size.

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The SD9 was released 17 years earlier than the fp which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Sigma SD9 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SD9 grades versus the fp for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma SD9 & Sigma fp. The complete galleries are viewable at Sigma SD9 Gallery & Sigma fp Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sigma SD9 features external measurements of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") and a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs) and the Sigma fp has dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

Examine the Sigma SD9 and Sigma fp in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SD9 compared to the fp.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD9 and fp is 54 and 84 respectively.

Normally, its hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over technical specs. The picture underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SD9 and fp.

As you can tell, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SD9 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Sigma fp will deliver more detail as a result of its extra 22 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged SD9 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.