Canon SX510 HS vs Sigma fp L

Its time to take a closer look at the Canon SX510 HS versus Sigma fp L, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Canon and Sigma. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the SX510 HS (12MP) and fp L (61MP) and the SX510 HS (1/2.3") and fp L (Full frame) boast different sensor dimensions.

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The SX510 HS was revealed 8 years earlier than the fp L and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX510 HS being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the SX510 HS scores versus the fp L in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS and Sigma fp L. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX510 HS Gallery and Sigma fp L Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX510 HS enjoys exterior measurements of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") having a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Sigma fp L has measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX510 HS versus Sigma fp L in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the SX510 HS compared to the fp L.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX510 HS and fp L is 80 and 83 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by researching technical specs. The photograph below might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX510 HS and fp L.

As you can tell, each of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SX510 HS with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sigma fp L will render extra detail because of its extra 49 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots more aggressively. The older SX510 HS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.