Canon SX420 IS vs Sigma DP2x

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon SX420 IS and Sigma DP2x, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Sigma. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the SX420 IS (20MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the SX420 IS (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) have different sensor measurements.

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The SX420 IS was unveiled 4 years later than the DP2x and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX420 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SX420 IS matches up against the DP2x for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX420 IS and Sigma DP2x. The full galleries are available at Canon SX420 IS Gallery and Sigma DP2x Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX420 IS has got exterior measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") with a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) and the Sigma DP2x has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX420 IS and the DP2x.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX420 IS and DP2x is 80 and 86 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over specs. The graphic below may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX420 IS and DP2x.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SX420 IS using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Canon SX420 IS will deliver extra detail having an extra 15MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern SX420 IS provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.