Canon SX230 HS vs Sigma DP1s

Here is a extended assessment of the Canon SX230 HS and Sigma DP1s, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Sigma. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX230 HS (12MP) and DP1s (5MP) and the SX230 HS (1/2.3") and DP1s (APS-C) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SX230 HS was unveiled 22 months later than the DP1s which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX230 HS being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SX230 HS matches up versus the DP1s in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Sigma DP1s. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Sigma DP1s Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX230 HS has outside measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1s has measurements of 109mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX230 HS and Sigma DP1s in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the SX230 HS compared to the DP1s.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX230 HS and DP1s is 91 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX230 HS and DP1s.

Clearly, each of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SX230 HS having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Canon SX230 HS will give you more detail having an extra 7MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The younger SX230 HS will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.