Canon SX530 HS vs Sigma SD1 Merrill

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Canon SX530 HS vs Sigma SD1 Merrill, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Canon and Sigma. The resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the SD1 Merrill (15MP) is relatively similar but the SX530 HS (1/2.3") and SD1 Merrill (APS-C) feature different sensor dimensions.

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The SX530 HS was manufactured 2 years later than the SD1 Merrill and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma SD1 Merrill being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SX530 HS matches up vs the SD1 Merrill with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS & Sigma SD1 Merrill. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX530 HS Gallery & Sigma SD1 Merrill Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX530 HS has physical measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Sigma SD1 Merrill has sizing of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") having a weight of 790 grams (1.74 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the SX530 HS compared to the SD1 Merrill.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX530 HS and SD1 Merrill is 69 and 57 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements just by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX530 HS and SD1 Merrill.

As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SX530 HS because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Canon SX530 HS will offer you extra detail due to its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The younger SX530 HS should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.