Canon SX130 IS vs Sigma Quattro

Here is a in depth analysis of the Canon SX130 IS versus Sigma Quattro, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Sigma. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX130 IS (12MP) and Quattro (29MP) and the SX130 IS (1/2.3") and Quattro (APS-C) have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SX130 IS was manufactured 6 years prior to the Quattro and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX130 IS being a Compact camera and the Sigma Quattro being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SX130 IS grades versus the Quattro when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX130 IS provides outside measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") having a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Sigma Quattro has sizing of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the SX130 IS compared to the Quattro.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX130 IS and Quattro is 85 and 63 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by researching specifications. The photograph underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX130 IS and Quattro.

To sum up, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SX130 IS featuring a smaller sensor will make getting bokeh trickier and the Sigma Quattro will render more detail due to its extra 17MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older SX130 IS will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.