Canon SX40 HS vs Sigma DP2 Merrill

Here, we will be comparing the Canon SX40 HS versus Sigma DP2 Merrill, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Sigma. The resolution of the SX40 HS (12MP) and the DP2 Merrill (15MP) is relatively close but the SX40 HS (1/2.3") and DP2 Merrill (APS-C) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The SX40 HS was launched 4 months before the DP2 Merrill and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX40 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma DP2 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the SX40 HS scores vs the DP2 Merrill in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS & Sigma DP2 Merrill. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX40 HS Gallery & Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX40 HS provides exterior measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") and a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 Merrill has dimensions of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX40 HS versus Sigma DP2 Merrill in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SX40 HS compared to the DP2 Merrill.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX40 HS and DP2 Merrill is 64 and 83 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to see the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph below might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX40 HS and DP2 Merrill.

Clearly, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SX40 HS due to its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Sigma DP2 Merrill will result in more detail utilizing its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.