Canon SX260 HS vs Sigma DP1x

Following is a complete comparison of the Canon SX260 HS vs Sigma DP1x, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Sigma. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX260 HS (12MP) and DP1x (5MP) and the SX260 HS (1/2.3") and DP1x (APS-C) possess different sensor sizes.

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The SX260 HS was brought out 2 years after the DP1x which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX260 HS being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SX260 HS grades versus the DP1x for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Sigma DP1x. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Sigma DP1x Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX260 HS offers physical measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Sigma DP1x has dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the SX260 HS and the DP1x.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX260 HS and DP1x is 91 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes just by researching specs. The picture below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX260 HS and DP1x.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SX260 HS featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Canon SX260 HS will result in greater detail having its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The fresher SX260 HS should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.