Canon SX520 HS vs Sigma SD9

Below is a complete assessment of the Canon SX520 HS vs Sigma SD9, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Canon and Sigma. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX520 HS (16MP) and SD9 (3MP) and the SX520 HS (1/2.3") and SD9 (APS-C) use different sensor sizes.

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The SX520 HS was unveiled 11 years later than the SD9 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX520 HS being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD9 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SX520 HS grades against the SD9 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Sigma SD9. The full galleries are available at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Sigma SD9 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX520 HS features outer measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Sigma SD9 has sizing of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

Check the Canon SX520 HS vs Sigma SD9 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the SX520 HS versus the SD9.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX520 HS and SD9 is 69 and 54 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX520 HS and SD9.

Clearly, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The SX520 HS having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Canon SX520 HS will produce more detail having an extra 13 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent SX520 HS should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.