Canon SX160 IS vs Sigma DP1 Merrill

Here is a in-depth overview of the Canon SX160 IS vs Sigma DP1 Merrill, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Sigma. The image resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the DP1 Merrill (15MP) is fairly close but the SX160 IS (1/2.3") and DP1 Merrill (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX160 IS was revealed 17 months later than the DP1 Merrill making them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon SX160 IS being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the SX160 IS grades versus the DP1 Merrill in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS & Sigma DP1 Merrill. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX160 IS Gallery & Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX160 IS enjoys physical dimensions of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") and a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) while the Sigma DP1 Merrill has proportions of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the SX160 IS vs the DP1 Merrill.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX160 IS and DP1 Merrill is 86 and 82 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to see the difference in sensor sizing simply by researching technical specs. The visual underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX160 IS and DP1 Merrill.

As you have seen, both cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SX160 IS using its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Canon SX160 IS will render extra detail because of its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images more aggressively. The fresher SX160 IS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.