Canon SX520 HS vs Sigma DP1x

Below is a extended review of the Canon SX520 HS versus Sigma DP1x, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the SX520 HS (16MP) and DP1x (5MP) and the SX520 HS (1/2.3") and DP1x (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX520 HS was launched 4 years later than the DP1x and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon SX520 HS being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SX520 HS scores against the DP1x in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Sigma DP1x. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Sigma DP1x Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX520 HS has got external dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1x has dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX520 HS versus Sigma DP1x in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the SX520 HS compared to the DP1x.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX520 HS and DP1x is 69 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements simply by going over specifications. The visual underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX520 HS and DP1x.

Plainly, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SX520 HS because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Canon SX520 HS will offer extra detail utilizing its extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern SX520 HS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.