Canon SX40 HS vs Sigma DP2x

Let's look more closely at the Canon SX40 HS versus Sigma DP2x, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Sigma. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the SX40 HS (12MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the SX40 HS (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) boast totally different sensor size.

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The SX40 HS was released 8 months later than the DP2x and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon SX40 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SX40 HS scores against the DP2x when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS and Sigma DP2x. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX40 HS Gallery and Sigma DP2x Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX40 HS has got external dimensions of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") and a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Sigma DP2x has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX40 HS versus Sigma DP2x in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the SX40 HS vs the DP2x.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX40 HS and DP2x is 64 and 86 respectively.

Often, its difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading through specs. The visual underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX40 HS and DP2x.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SX40 HS featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Canon SX40 HS will give more detail as a result of its extra 7MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more modern SX40 HS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.