Canon SX530 HS vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

Below, we are reviewing the Canon SX530 HS and Sigma DP2 Quattro, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Sigma. The image resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the DP2 Quattro (20MP) is fairly close but the SX530 HS (1/2.3") and DP2 Quattro (APS-C) come with different sensor measurements.

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The SX530 HS was introduced 11 months after the DP2 Quattro so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SX530 HS matches up vs the DP2 Quattro when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS and Sigma DP2 Quattro. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX530 HS Gallery and Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX530 HS has got physical dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Sigma DP2 Quattro has dimensions of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX530 HS and Sigma DP2 Quattro in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the SX530 HS versus the DP2 Quattro.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX530 HS and DP2 Quattro is 69 and 70 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes simply by viewing specifications. The image below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX530 HS and DP2 Quattro.

To sum up, both of those cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SX530 HS using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the Sigma DP2 Quattro will provide you with greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The fresher SX530 HS provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.