Sigma fp vs Sony HX9V

Below is a detailed overview of the Sigma fp versus Sony HX9V, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the fp (25MP) and HX9V (16MP) and the fp (Full frame) and HX9V (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizing.

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The fp was introduced 8 years later than the HX9V and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX9V being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the fp grades vs the HX9V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma fp and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The whole galleries are available at Sigma fp Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Sigma fp comes with physical measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs) while the Sony HX9V has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Analyze the Sigma fp versus Sony HX9V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the fp compared to the HX9V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the fp and HX9V is 84 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements purely by researching specs. The visual underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the fp and HX9V.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The fp having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Sigma fp will provide you with extra detail using its extra 9MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The fresher fp provides a benefit in sensor innovation.