Canon 600D vs Sigma DP1s

Lets look closer at the Canon 600D vs Sigma DP1s, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Sigma. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the 600D (18MP) and DP1s (5MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The 600D was introduced 19 months later than the DP1s which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon 600D being a Compact SLR camera and the Sigma DP1s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the 600D scores versus the DP1s in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 600D and Sigma DP1s. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon 600D Gallery and Sigma DP1s Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon 600D enjoys outside dimensions of 133mm x 100mm x 80mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.1") along with a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1s has proportions of 109mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

Examine the Canon 600D vs Sigma DP1s in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the 600D against the DP1s.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 600D and DP1s is 66 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at technical specs. The graphic here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 600D and DP1s.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Canon 600D to resolve more detail using its extra 13MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern 600D should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.