Canon SX170 IS vs Sigma DP1x

Below is a complete review of the Canon SX170 IS vs Sigma DP1x, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the SX170 IS (16MP) and DP1x (5MP) and the SX170 IS (1/2.3") and DP1x (APS-C) posses different sensor size.

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The SX170 IS was launched 3 years later than the DP1x and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX170 IS being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SX170 IS scores against the DP1x with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS and Sigma DP1x. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX170 IS Gallery and Sigma DP1x Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX170 IS has physical measurements of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1x has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

See the Canon SX170 IS vs Sigma DP1x in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SX170 IS versus the DP1x.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX170 IS and DP1x is 88 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements only by researching specs. The photograph underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX170 IS and DP1x.

All in all, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The SX170 IS because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Canon SX170 IS will provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 11MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics more aggressively. The fresher SX170 IS should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.