Canon SX30 IS vs Sigma fp

Let's look more in depth at the Canon SX30 IS versus Sigma fp, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Canon and Sigma. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the SX30 IS (14MP) and fp (25MP) and the SX30 IS (1/2.3") and fp (Full frame) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX30 IS was manufactured 9 years prior to the fp and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX30 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the SX30 IS matches up against the fp in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX30 IS & Sigma fp. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX30 IS Gallery & Sigma fp Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX30 IS provides outer dimensions of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 601 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Sigma fp has measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX30 IS versus the fp.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX30 IS and fp is 64 and 84 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements only by seeing specifications. The photograph underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX30 IS and fp.

Plainly, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SX30 IS featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Sigma fp will show more detail due to its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The older SX30 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.