Canon SX20 IS vs Sigma SD1 Merrill

Here, we are analyzing the Canon SX20 IS versus Sigma SD1 Merrill, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Canon and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the SX20 IS (12MP) and the SD1 Merrill (15MP) is very close but the SX20 IS (1/2.3") and SD1 Merrill (APS-C) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SX20 IS was unveiled 21 months prior to the SD1 Merrill making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX20 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma SD1 Merrill being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SX20 IS matches up against the SD1 Merrill when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX20 IS and Sigma SD1 Merrill. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX20 IS Gallery and Sigma SD1 Merrill Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX20 IS enjoys outside dimensions 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 SD1 Merrill has dimensions of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") and a weight of 790 grams (1.74 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX20 IS versus Sigma SD1 Merrill in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SX20 IS versus the SD1 Merrill.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX20 IS and SD1 Merrill is 65 and 57 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by researching a spec sheet. The image here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX20 IS and SD1 Merrill.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SX20 IS with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sigma SD1 Merrill will result in extra detail having an extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged SX20 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.