Sigma SD9 vs Sony HX400V

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Sigma SD9 vs Sony HX400V, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Sigma and Sony. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the SD9 (3MP) and HX400V (20MP) and the SD9 (APS-C) and HX400V (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SD9 was unveiled 12 years prior to the HX400V which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma SD9 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the SD9 scores against the HX400V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma SD9 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The full galleries are viewable at Sigma SD9 Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sigma SD9 provides outer dimensions of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs) while the Sony HX400V has dimensions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma SD9 vs Sony HX400V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the SD9 vs the HX400V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SD9 and HX400V is 54 and 62 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor sizes only by reading through specifications. The pic here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SD9 and HX400V.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SD9 having a bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Sony HX400V will resolve extra detail having an extra 17MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged SD9 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.