Canon SX610 HS vs Sigma DP1

Here, we are comparing the Canon SX610 HS vs Sigma DP1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Sigma. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the SX610 HS (20MP) and DP1 (5MP) and the SX610 HS (1/2.3") and DP1 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The SX610 HS was unveiled 6 years later than the DP1 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX610 HS being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SX610 HS scores against the DP1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS and Sigma DP1. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX610 HS Gallery and Sigma DP1 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX610 HS comes with outside measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Sigma DP1 has dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") having a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX610 HS vs Sigma DP1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the SX610 HS compared to the DP1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX610 HS and DP1 is 93 and 87 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX610 HS and DP1.

All in all, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX610 HS having a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Canon SX610 HS will render more detail having an extra 15 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer SX610 HS will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.