Canon SX160 IS vs Sigma DP2x

Its time to examine more closely at the Canon SX160 IS versus Sigma DP2x, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Sigma. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the SX160 IS (16MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the SX160 IS (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) come with different sensor dimensions.

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The SX160 IS was released 2 years after the DP2x which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX160 IS being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SX160 IS matches up vs the DP2x with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS & Sigma DP2x. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX160 IS Gallery & Sigma DP2x Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX160 IS comes with outer dimensions of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2x has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX160 IS versus Sigma DP2x in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the SX160 IS versus the DP2x.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX160 IS and DP2x is 86 and 86 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing technical specs. The picture below should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX160 IS and DP2x.

As you can tell, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SX160 IS due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Canon SX160 IS will deliver more detail as a result of its extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern SX160 IS should have an edge in sensor technology.