Canon SX240 HS vs Sigma DP2 Merrill

The following is a complete overview of the Canon SX240 HS vs Sigma DP2 Merrill, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Sigma. The resolution of the SX240 HS (12MP) and the DP2 Merrill (15MP) is relatively similar but the SX240 HS (1/2.3") and DP2 Merrill (APS-C) possess different sensor measurements.

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The SX240 HS was revealed very close to the DP2 Merrill which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX240 HS being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summary of how the SX240 HS scores vs the DP2 Merrill with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS & Sigma DP2 Merrill. The full galleries are available at Canon SX240 HS Gallery & Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX240 HS enjoys outside measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Sigma DP2 Merrill has dimensions of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") along with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX240 HS vs Sigma DP2 Merrill in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the SX240 HS and the DP2 Merrill.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX240 HS and DP2 Merrill is 91 and 83 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by going over a spec sheet. The picture underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX240 HS and DP2 Merrill.

Clearly, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SX240 HS having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Sigma DP2 Merrill will offer you extra detail because of its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively.