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Sigma SD9 vs Sony W690

Portability
54
Imaging
39
Features
27
Overall
34
Sigma SD9 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 front
Portability
95
Imaging
39
Features
32
Overall
36

Sigma SD9 vs Sony W690 Key Specs

Sigma SD9
(Full Review)
  • 3MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 1.8" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 400
  • 1/6000s Max Shutter
  • No Video
  • Sigma SA Mount
  • 950g - 152 x 120 x 79mm
  • Revealed November 2002
  • Successor is Sigma SD10
Sony W690
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 142g - 94 x 56 x 22mm
  • Introduced February 2012
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Sigma SD9 vs Sony W690 Overview

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.

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Reasons to pick Sigma SD9 over the Sony W690

 SD9 W690 
Focus manually More accurate focusing

Reasons to pick Sony W690 over the Sigma SD9

 W690 SD9 
IntroducedFebruary 2012November 2002Fresher by 112 months
Display size3"1.8"Larger display (+1.2")
Display resolution230k130kClearer display (+100k dot)

Common features in the Sigma SD9 and Sony W690

 SD9 W690 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither has Touch friendly display

Sigma SD9 vs Sony W690 Physical Comparison

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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Sigma SD9 vs Sony W690 size comparison

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

Sigma SD9 vs Sony W690 top view buttons comparison

Sigma SD9 vs Sony W690 Sensor Comparison

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.

Sigma SD9 vs Sony W690 sensor size comparison

Sigma SD9 vs Sony W690 Screen and ViewFinder

Sigma SD9 vs Sony W690 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sigma SD9 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony W690 as a Portrait photography camera
47
has manual focus
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
no liveview feature
MP count low (3 megapixels)
34
good MP (16 megapixels)
features face detect focus
no manual focus
no manual exposure
no external flash support
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Sigma SD9 Street photography features
Sony W690 Street photography features
43
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
more heavy than average in class (950 grams)
maximum ISO low (400)
57
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Sigma SD9
Sports photography with Sony W690
36
max shutter speed is good (1/6,000s)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
no liveview feature
no image stabilization
MP count low (3MP)
has no phase detect autofocus
40
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16 megapixels)
features tracking focus
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Sigma SD9 as a Travel photography camera
Sony W690 as a Travel photography camera
29
lack of Timelapse recording
more heavy than average in class (950g)
MP count low (3 megapixels)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
68
good MP (16MP)
built-in flash
fairly wide (25mm)
very long zoom (250mm)
lack of Timelapse recording
display isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Sigma SD9
Landscape photography with Sony W690
41
has manual focus
switch lenses (Sigma SA mount)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
screen is small (1.8 inches)
no liveview feature
no image stabilization
MP count low (3MP)
maximum ISO low (400)
lack of Timelapse recording
43
fairly wide (25mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
no manual exposure
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
lack of Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Sigma SD9 as a Vlogging camera
Sony W690 as a Vlogging camera
9
no video
31
fairly wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect focus
slow max aperture (f3.3)
display isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of microphone support
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Sigma SD9 vs Sony W690 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sigma SD9 and Sony W690
 Sigma SD9Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690
General Information
Manufacturer Sigma Sony
Model Sigma SD9 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690
Category Advanced DSLR Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2002-11-26 2012-02-28
Physical type Mid-size SLR Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - BIONZ
Sensor type CMOS (Foveon X3) CCD
Sensor size APS-C 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 20.7 x 13.8mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 285.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 3MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 2268 x 1512 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 400 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type Sigma SA fixed lens
Lens focal range - 25-250mm (10.0x)
Maximum aperture - f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus distance - 5cm
Total lenses 76 -
Focal length multiplier 1.7 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 1.8 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 130k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display tech - ClearPhoto TFT LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentaprism) None
Viewfinder coverage 98 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.77x -
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/6000 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shooting rate - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash 3.30 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Highest flash synchronize 1/180 secs -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions - 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution None 1280x720
Video format - MPEG-4
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 950 grams (2.09 lb) 142 grams (0.31 lb)
Physical dimensions 152 x 120 x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") 94 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 220 images
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-BN
Self timer Yes (10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse recording
Storage type Compact Flash Type I or II SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Card slots One One
Retail price $3,001 $297