Canon SX1 IS vs Sigma fp

Following is a detailed assessment of the Canon SX1 IS versus Sigma fp, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Canon and Sigma. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the SX1 IS (10MP) and fp (25MP) and the SX1 IS (1/2.3") and fp (Full frame) feature different sensor measurements.

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The SX1 IS was introduced 11 years earlier than the fp which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX1 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SX1 IS grades vs the fp with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX1 IS & Sigma fp. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX1 IS Gallery & Sigma fp Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX1 IS features physical measurements of 128mm x 88mm x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") with a weight of 615 grams (1.36 lbs) whilst the Sigma fp has measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the SX1 IS versus the fp.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX1 IS and fp is 64 and 84 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes merely by viewing specs. The pic below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX1 IS and fp.

All in all, both of those cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SX1 IS using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Sigma fp will result in extra detail using its extra 15 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged SX1 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.