Canon SX130 IS vs Sigma DP1s

Let's look closer at the Canon SX130 IS and Sigma DP1s, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Sigma. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX130 IS (12MP) and DP1s (5MP) and the SX130 IS (1/2.3") and DP1s (APS-C) provide different sensor sizes.

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The SX130 IS was released 11 months later than the DP1s which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX130 IS being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SX130 IS scores against the DP1s with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS and Sigma DP1s. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX130 IS Gallery and Sigma DP1s Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX130 IS features external dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") with a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Sigma DP1s has proportions of 109mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX130 IS and Sigma DP1s in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX130 IS vs the DP1s.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX130 IS and DP1s is 85 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by reading through a spec sheet. The visual here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX130 IS and DP1s.

As you can see, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SX130 IS because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Canon SX130 IS will give you extra detail as a result of its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The newer SX130 IS should have an advantage in sensor innovation.