Sigma SD9 vs Sony a5000

Its time to look more closely at the Sigma SD9 versus Sony a5000, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Sigma and Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the SD9 (3MP) and a5000 (20MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The SD9 was introduced 12 years earlier than the a5000 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Sigma SD9 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony a5000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SD9 scores versus the a5000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma SD9 and Sony Alpha a5000. The whole galleries are viewable at Sigma SD9 Gallery and Sony a5000 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Sigma SD9 features exterior dimensions of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs) and the Sony a5000 has measurements of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Contrast the Sigma SD9 versus Sony a5000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the SD9 versus the a5000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SD9 and a5000 is 54 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out specs. The picture underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SD9 and a5000.

All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony a5000 to produce greater detail using its extra 17 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged SD9 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.