Canon SX260 HS vs Sigma SD14

Here is a in depth review of the Canon SX260 HS and Sigma SD14, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Canon and Sigma. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX260 HS (12MP) and SD14 (5MP) and the SX260 HS (1/2.3") and SD14 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX260 HS was introduced 5 years later than the SD14 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX260 HS being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD14 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short view of how the SX260 HS scores against the SD14 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS & Sigma SD14. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX260 HS Gallery & Sigma SD14 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX260 HS provides external dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Sigma SD14 has sizing of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") and a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX260 HS and Sigma SD14 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the SX260 HS compared to the SD14.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX260 HS and SD14 is 91 and 59 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by researching a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX260 HS and SD14.

Clearly, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SX260 HS using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Canon SX260 HS will render more detail using its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer SX260 HS will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.