Canon SX120 IS vs Sigma DP2x

Lets look much closer at the Canon SX120 IS versus Sigma DP2x, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Sigma. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the SX120 IS (10MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the SX120 IS (1/2.5") and DP2x (APS-C) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The SX120 IS was introduced 17 months prior to the DP2x making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon SX120 IS being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the SX120 IS matches up vs the DP2x when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX120 IS & Sigma DP2x. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX120 IS Gallery & Sigma DP2x Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX120 IS enjoys external measurements of 111mm x 71mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") and a weight of 285 grams (0.63 lbs) while the Sigma DP2x has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX120 IS versus Sigma DP2x in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the SX120 IS and the DP2x.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX120 IS and DP2x is 87 and 86 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing technical specs. The graphic below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX120 IS and DP2x.

As you can tell, both of those cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX120 IS using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Canon SX120 IS will offer more detail using its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos more aggressively. The older SX120 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.