Canon SX200 IS vs Sigma SD1

Here, we are matching up the Canon SX200 IS versus Sigma SD1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Canon and Sigma. The resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the SD1 (15MP) is fairly similar but the SX200 IS (1/2.3") and SD1 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor size.

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The SX200 IS was brought out 16 months before the SD1 making them a generation away from one another. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX200 IS being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the SX200 IS matches up versus the SD1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS & Sigma SD1. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX200 IS Gallery & Sigma SD1 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX200 IS has got outer measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sigma SD1 has sizing of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SX200 IS versus the SD1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX200 IS and SD1 is 90 and 77 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes only by going over technical specs. The image underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX200 IS and SD1.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SX200 IS due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Sigma SD1 will deliver greater detail having its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged SX200 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.