Sigma SD9 vs Sony TX100V

The following is a in-depth analysis of the Sigma SD9 versus Sony TX100V, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Sigma and Sony. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the SD9 (3MP) and TX100V (16MP) and the SD9 (APS-C) and TX100V (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The SD9 was manufactured 9 years earlier than the TX100V which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Sigma SD9 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony TX100V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SD9 grades against the TX100V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma SD9 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V. The entire galleries are available at Sigma SD9 Gallery & Sony TX100V Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sigma SD9 has got external measurements 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 TX100V has proportions of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SD9 and the TX100V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SD9 and TX100V is 54 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions simply by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SD9 and TX100V.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SD9 featuring a bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Sony TX100V will provide greater detail due to its extra 13MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged SD9 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.