Canon SX20 IS vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

Lets look more closely at the Canon SX20 IS vs Sigma DP2 Quattro, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Sigma. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX20 IS (12MP) and DP2 Quattro (20MP) and the SX20 IS (1/2.3") and DP2 Quattro (APS-C) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SX20 IS was launched 4 years prior to the DP2 Quattro and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX20 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SX20 IS matches up vs the DP2 Quattro when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX20 IS & Sigma DP2 Quattro. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX20 IS Gallery & Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX20 IS has got exterior measurements of 128mm x 88mm x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") having a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 Quattro has sizing of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") and a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX20 IS vs Sigma DP2 Quattro in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the SX20 IS compared to the DP2 Quattro.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX20 IS and DP2 Quattro is 65 and 70 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX20 IS and DP2 Quattro.

Plainly, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX20 IS due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Sigma DP2 Quattro will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The older SX20 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.