Canon SX610 HS vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

On this page, we are evaluating the Canon SX610 HS versus Sigma DP2 Quattro, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Sigma. The resolution of the SX610 HS (20MP) and the DP2 Quattro (20MP) is fairly well matched but the SX610 HS (1/2.3") and DP2 Quattro (APS-C) provide totally different sensor measurements.

Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

The SX610 HS was revealed 11 months after the DP2 Quattro so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX610 HS being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SX610 HS scores vs the DP2 Quattro for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS and Sigma DP2 Quattro. The full galleries are available at Canon SX610 HS Gallery and Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX610 HS comes with outside dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) while 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).

Analyze the Canon SX610 HS versus Sigma DP2 Quattro in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the SX610 HS vs the DP2 Quattro.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX610 HS and DP2 Quattro is 93 and 70 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes purely by looking at specs. The image here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX610 HS and DP2 Quattro.

All in all, both the cameras have the same resolution but not the same sensor sizes. The SX610 HS contains the tinier sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field more difficult. The more modern SX610 HS is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.