Canon SX160 IS vs Sigma DP2

The following is a thorough overview of the Canon SX160 IS vs Sigma DP2, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Sigma. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX160 IS (16MP) and DP2 (5MP) and the SX160 IS (1/2.3") and DP2 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SX160 IS was unveiled 3 years after the DP2 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon SX160 IS being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SX160 IS scores versus the DP2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS & Sigma DP2. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX160 IS Gallery & Sigma DP2 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX160 IS enjoys exterior measurements of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") with a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Sigma DP2 has dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the SX160 IS vs the DP2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX160 IS and DP2 is 86 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by researching specifications. The picture below might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX160 IS and DP2.

Plainly, the two cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SX160 IS with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Canon SX160 IS will provide you with more detail having an extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more recent SX160 IS is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.