Canon SX130 IS vs Sigma DP2s
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Canon SX130 IS vs Sigma DP2s Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 308g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Released August 2010
- Newer Model is Canon SX150 IS
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Older Model is Sigma DP2
- Newer Model is Sigma DP2x

Canon SX130 IS vs Sigma DP2s Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Canon SX130 IS versus Sigma DP2s, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Sigma. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX130 IS (12MP) and DP2s (5MP) and the SX130 IS (1/2.3") and DP2s (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor size.

The SX130 IS was introduced 6 months later than the DP2s so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX130 IS being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SX130 IS grades against the DP2s when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX130 IS vs Sigma DP2s Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS & Sigma DP2s. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX130 IS Gallery & Sigma DP2s Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX130 IS over the Sigma DP2s
SX130 IS | DP2s | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2s over the Canon SX130 IS
DP2s | SX130 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX130 IS and Sigma DP2s
SX130 IS | DP2s | |||
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Introduced | August 2010 | ![]() | February 2010 | Same age |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Canon SX130 IS vs Sigma DP2s Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX130 IS enjoys external dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") and a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Sigma DP2s has dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX130 IS versus Sigma DP2s in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the SX130 IS compared to the DP2s.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX130 IS and DP2s is 85 and 86 respectively.

Canon SX130 IS vs Sigma DP2s Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The graphic here may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX130 IS and DP2s.
Plainly, both the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX130 IS having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Canon SX130 IS will provide more detail using its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively.

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Canon SX130 IS vs Sigma DP2s Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Sigma DP2s | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sigma |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Sigma DP2s |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-08-19 | 2010-02-20 |
Body design | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | True II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 5 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 2640 x 1760 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 50 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 41mm (1x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 15s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2500s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 4.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 320x240 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 308 gr (0.68 pounds) | 280 gr (0.62 pounds) |
Dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/MMC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $250 | $940 |