Canon SX270 HS vs Sigma SD1

Below, we will be comparing the Canon SX270 HS versus Sigma SD1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Canon and Sigma. The image resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the SD1 (15MP) is relatively similar but the SX270 HS (1/2.3") and SD1 (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizes.

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The SX270 HS was brought out 2 years after the SD1 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX270 HS being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summary of how the SX270 HS matches up vs the SD1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS and Sigma SD1. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX270 HS Gallery and Sigma SD1 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX270 HS enjoys outside dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Sigma SD1 has measurements of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX270 HS versus Sigma SD1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the SX270 HS and the SD1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX270 HS and SD1 is 91 and 77 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes just by reading a spec sheet. The picture below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX270 HS and SD1.

Clearly, both of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SX270 HS featuring a tinier sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Sigma SD1 will offer greater detail having its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher SX270 HS will have a benefit in sensor tech.