Canon SX200 IS vs Sigma DP2 Merrill

Below, we are analyzing the Canon SX200 IS vs Sigma DP2 Merrill, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Sigma. The image resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the DP2 Merrill (15MP) is fairly comparable but the SX200 IS (1/2.3") and DP2 Merrill (APS-C) enjoy different sensor size.

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The SX200 IS was released 3 years prior to the DP2 Merrill which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX200 IS being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SX200 IS scores against the DP2 Merrill in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS & Sigma DP2 Merrill. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX200 IS Gallery & Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX200 IS has got external measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 Merrill has dimensions of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX200 IS vs Sigma DP2 Merrill in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the SX200 IS vs the DP2 Merrill.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX200 IS and DP2 Merrill is 90 and 83 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions only by checking out specs. The image here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX200 IS and DP2 Merrill.

All in all, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The SX200 IS because of its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh tougher and the Sigma DP2 Merrill will show extra detail as a result of its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SX200 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.