Canon SX50 HS vs Sigma SD1 Merrill

Lets examine more closely at the Canon SX50 HS and Sigma SD1 Merrill, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Canon and Sigma. The image resolution of the SX50 HS (12MP) and the SD1 Merrill (15MP) is relatively well matched but the SX50 HS (1/2.3") and SD1 Merrill (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The SX50 HS was revealed 10 months later than the SD1 Merrill so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX50 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma SD1 Merrill being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SX50 HS matches up vs the SD1 Merrill with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX50 HS and Sigma SD1 Merrill. The full galleries are available at Canon SX50 HS Gallery and Sigma SD1 Merrill Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX50 HS features physical dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 106mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.2") having a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Sigma SD1 Merrill has proportions of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") having a weight of 790 grams (1.74 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX50 HS and Sigma SD1 Merrill in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the SX50 HS versus the SD1 Merrill.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX50 HS and SD1 Merrill is 65 and 57 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at specifications. The visual here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX50 HS and SD1 Merrill.

Plainly, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX50 HS using its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Sigma SD1 Merrill will resolve extra detail because of its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher SX50 HS will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.