Sigma SD9 vs Sony W350

Let's take a deeper look at the Sigma SD9 versus Sony W350, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Sigma and Sony. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the SD9 (3MP) and W350 (14MP) and the SD9 (APS-C) and W350 (1/2.3") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The SD9 was introduced 8 years prior to the W350 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Sigma SD9 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony W350 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the SD9 scores against the W350 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma SD9 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350. The whole galleries are available at Sigma SD9 Gallery and Sony W350 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Sigma SD9 features external measurements 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 W350 has sizing of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Sigma SD9 versus Sony W350 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the SD9 against the W350.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SD9 and W350 is 54 and 97 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The picture below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SD9 and W350.

Plainly, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The SD9 using its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Sony W350 will offer more detail using its extra 11MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged SD9 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.