Canon SX500 IS vs Sigma fp

Following is a complete comparison of the Canon SX500 IS vs Sigma fp, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX500 IS (16MP) and fp (25MP) and the SX500 IS (1/2.3") and fp (Full frame) possess different sensor sizing.

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The SX500 IS was introduced 7 years prior to the fp which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX500 IS being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the SX500 IS matches up vs the fp in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX500 IS and Sigma fp. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX500 IS Gallery and Sigma fp Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX500 IS enjoys outer dimensions of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") and a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) and the Sigma fp has sizing of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the SX500 IS and the fp.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX500 IS and fp is 80 and 84 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes simply by checking out technical specs. The pic here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX500 IS and fp.

As you can tell, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SX500 IS with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Sigma fp will produce more detail using its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged SX500 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.