Sigma SD9 vs Sony W690

Lets look more closely at the Sigma SD9 versus Sony W690, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Sigma and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the SD9 (3MP) and W690 (16MP) and the SD9 (APS-C) and W690 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The SD9 was brought out 10 years prior to the W690 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Sigma SD9 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony W690 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the SD9 scores versus the W690 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma SD9 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The entire galleries are provided at Sigma SD9 Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Sigma SD9 has 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) whilst the Sony W690 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Compare the Sigma SD9 versus Sony W690 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the SD9 versus the W690.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SD9 and W690 is 54 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specs. The visual below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD9 and W690.

All in all, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SD9 featuring a larger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Sony W690 will offer greater detail having its extra 13MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The older SD9 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.