Canon SX10 IS vs Sigma Quattro

Here, we will be comparing the Canon SX10 IS vs Sigma Quattro, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Canon and Sigma. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the SX10 IS (10MP) and Quattro (29MP) and the SX10 IS (1/2.3") and Quattro (APS-C) provide different sensor size.

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The SX10 IS was launched 8 years before the Quattro and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX10 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma Quattro being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SX10 IS matches up against the Quattro in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX10 IS & Sigma sd Quattro. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX10 IS Gallery & Sigma Quattro Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX10 IS enjoys exterior measurements of 128mm x 88mm x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Sigma Quattro has proportions of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") having a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX10 IS vs Sigma Quattro in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the SX10 IS and the Quattro.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX10 IS and Quattro is 65 and 63 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing specs. The photograph here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX10 IS and Quattro.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SX10 IS due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Sigma Quattro will result in more detail utilizing its extra 19 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older SX10 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.