Sigma Quattro vs Sony TX9

Below, we are looking at the Sigma Quattro vs Sony TX9, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the Quattro (29MP) and TX9 (12MP) and the Quattro (APS-C) and TX9 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor size.

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The Quattro was manufactured 5 years later than the TX9 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Sigma Quattro being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the Quattro grades vs the TX9 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma sd Quattro & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The entire galleries are provided at Sigma Quattro Gallery & Sony TX9 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Sigma Quattro has exterior measurements of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") having a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs) whilst the Sony TX9 has sizing of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Compare the Sigma Quattro vs Sony TX9 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the Quattro versus the TX9.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Quattro and TX9 is 63 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at technical specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Quattro and TX9.

As you have seen, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Quattro because of its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Sigma Quattro will give extra detail due to its extra 17 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more modern Quattro will have an edge in sensor tech.