Canon SX50 HS vs Sigma Quattro

Its time to look more closely at the Canon SX50 HS versus Sigma Quattro, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Sigma. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the SX50 HS (12MP) and Quattro (29MP) and the SX50 HS (1/2.3") and Quattro (APS-C) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The SX50 HS was unveiled 4 years earlier than the Quattro and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX50 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma Quattro being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SX50 HS scores against the Quattro for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX50 HS & Sigma sd Quattro. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX50 HS Gallery & Sigma Quattro Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX50 HS features outer measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 106mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.2") having a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) whilst the Sigma Quattro has sizing of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") and a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX50 HS versus Sigma Quattro in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX50 HS and the Quattro.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX50 HS and Quattro is 65 and 63 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor measurements only by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX50 HS and Quattro.

Clearly, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The SX50 HS having a tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Sigma Quattro will offer you extra detail having an extra 17 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The older SX50 HS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.