Canon G7 X vs Sigma DP2x

Following is a comprehensive review of the Canon G7 X and Sigma DP2x, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Sigma. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the G7 X (20MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the G7 X (1") and DP2x (APS-C) use different sensor measurements.

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The G7 X was released 3 years after the DP2x which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the G7 X grades vs the DP2x with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G7 X & Sigma DP2x. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon G7 X Gallery & Sigma DP2x Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon G7 X has outside dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Sigma DP2x has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Examine the Canon G7 X and Sigma DP2x in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the G7 X vs the DP2x.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the G7 X and DP2x is 88 and 86 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes simply by checking technical specs. The pic below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the G7 X and DP2x.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G7 X featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF more challenging and the Canon G7 X will give you extra detail as a result of its extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more modern G7 X provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.