Sigma SD9 vs Sony A3000

Here, we will be analyzing the Sigma SD9 and Sony A3000, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Sigma and Sony. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the SD9 (3MP) and A3000 (20MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The SD9 was revealed 11 years prior to the A3000 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Sigma SD9 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A3000 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SD9 matches up vs the A3000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma SD9 & Sony Alpha A3000. The full galleries are provided at Sigma SD9 Gallery & Sony A3000 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Sigma SD9 enjoys outside dimensions of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") along with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs) while the Sony A3000 has specifications of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

See the Sigma SD9 and Sony A3000 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the SD9 against the A3000.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SD9 and A3000 is 54 and 69 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out specs. The pic underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD9 and A3000.

All in all, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Sony A3000 to provide extra detail because of its extra 17MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SD9 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.