Canon SX410 IS vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

Let's look closer at the Canon SX410 IS versus Sigma DP2 Quattro, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Sigma. The resolution of the SX410 IS (20MP) and the DP2 Quattro (20MP) is relatively comparable but the SX410 IS (1/2.3") and DP2 Quattro (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The SX410 IS was launched 12 months later than the DP2 Quattro so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX410 IS being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SX410 IS matches up against the DP2 Quattro in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX410 IS and Sigma DP2 Quattro. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX410 IS Gallery and Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX410 IS enjoys exterior dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 Quattro has specifications of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

Check the Canon SX410 IS versus Sigma DP2 Quattro in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the SX410 IS against the DP2 Quattro.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX410 IS and DP2 Quattro is 80 and 70 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by seeing specifications. The graphic below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX410 IS and DP2 Quattro.

Plainly, both cameras posses the exact same MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The SX410 IS offers the smaller sensor which should make obtaining shallow depth of field more challenging. The more modern SX410 IS is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.