Canon SX500 IS vs Sigma DP2

Here is a complete analysis of the Canon SX500 IS vs Sigma DP2, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the SX500 IS (16MP) and DP2 (5MP) and the SX500 IS (1/2.3") and DP2 (APS-C) come with different sensor measurements.

Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

The SX500 IS was brought out 2 years later than the DP2 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX500 IS being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SX500 IS grades versus the DP2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX500 IS and Sigma DP2. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX500 IS Gallery and Sigma DP2 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX500 IS has got outside measurements of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) and the Sigma DP2 has dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX500 IS vs Sigma DP2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the SX500 IS compared to the DP2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX500 IS and DP2 is 80 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX500 IS and DP2.

To sum up, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX500 IS due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Canon SX500 IS will offer extra detail having its extra 11MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The newer SX500 IS should have an advantage in sensor innovation.