Canon SX420 IS vs Sigma DP1x

Let's look a little more in depth at the Canon SX420 IS vs Sigma DP1x, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Sigma. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the SX420 IS (20MP) and DP1x (5MP) and the SX420 IS (1/2.3") and DP1x (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizes.

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The SX420 IS was brought out 5 years later than the DP1x and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX420 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the SX420 IS scores against the DP1x with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX420 IS & Sigma DP1x. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX420 IS Gallery & Sigma DP1x Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX420 IS has exterior measurements 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 DP1x has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX420 IS vs Sigma DP1x in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the SX420 IS and the DP1x.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX420 IS and DP1x is 80 and 88 respectively.

Often, its hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX420 IS and DP1x.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX420 IS featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Canon SX420 IS will result in more detail having its extra 15MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more modern SX420 IS is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.