Canon SX600 HS vs Sigma DP1 Merrill

Here is a extended analysis of the Canon SX600 HS vs Sigma DP1 Merrill, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Sigma. The image resolution of the SX600 HS (16MP) and the DP1 Merrill (15MP) is relatively close but the SX600 HS (1/2.3") and DP1 Merrill (APS-C) boast totally different sensor size.

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The SX600 HS was manufactured 24 months later than the DP1 Merrill which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX600 HS being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX600 HS grades versus the DP1 Merrill in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS and Sigma DP1 Merrill. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX600 HS Gallery and Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX600 HS has exterior measurements of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Sigma DP1 Merrill has measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX600 HS vs Sigma DP1 Merrill in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SX600 HS and the DP1 Merrill.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX600 HS and DP1 Merrill is 93 and 82 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through specifications. The graphic here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX600 HS and DP1 Merrill.

To sum up, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX600 HS featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Canon SX600 HS will result in more detail due to its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent SX600 HS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.