Sigma SD9 vs Sony WX350

On this page, we are comparing the Sigma SD9 and Sony WX350, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Sigma and Sony. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the SD9 (3MP) and WX350 (18MP) and the SD9 (APS-C) and WX350 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor measurements.

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The SD9 was brought out 12 years earlier than the WX350 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Sigma SD9 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony WX350 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SD9 grades against the WX350 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma SD9 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350. The entire galleries are viewable at Sigma SD9 Gallery & Sony WX350 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Sigma SD9 comes with 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 WX350 has sizing of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Look at the Sigma SD9 and Sony WX350 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the SD9 and the WX350.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SD9 and WX350 is 54 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through technical specs. The picture here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD9 and WX350.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SD9 because of its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Sony WX350 will provide you with extra detail having its extra 15 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged SD9 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.