Sigma SD9 vs Sony QX30

Its time to examine more in depth at the Sigma SD9 and Sony QX30, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Lens-style by brands Sigma and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the SD9 (3MP) and QX30 (20MP) and the SD9 (APS-C) and QX30 (1/2.3") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The SD9 was introduced 12 years earlier than the QX30 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Sigma SD9 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera.

Before going through a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SD9 grades against the QX30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma SD9 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30. The whole galleries are provided at Sigma SD9 Gallery & Sony QX30 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Sigma SD9 comes with outer dimensions of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") and a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs) whilst the Sony QX30 has proportions of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SD9 and the QX30.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD9 and QX30 is 54 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by going through technical specs. The graphic below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SD9 and QX30.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SD9 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony QX30 will produce greater detail using its extra 17 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The older SD9 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.