Canon SX200 IS vs Sigma DP2s

Below is a thorough review of the Canon SX200 IS and Sigma DP2s, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Sigma. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the SX200 IS (12MP) and DP2s (5MP) and the SX200 IS (1/2.3") and DP2s (APS-C) feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SX200 IS was unveiled 9 months earlier than the DP2s and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX200 IS being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SX200 IS matches up against the DP2s when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS and Sigma DP2s. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX200 IS Gallery and Sigma DP2s Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX200 IS has got physical measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Sigma DP2s has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX200 IS and Sigma DP2s in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the SX200 IS against the DP2s.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX200 IS and DP2s is 90 and 86 respectively.

Often, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements merely by seeing specs. The photograph below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX200 IS and DP2s.

All in all, both of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SX200 IS having a smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Canon SX200 IS will provide greater detail having an extra 7MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older SX200 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.