Canon SX610 HS vs Sigma SD14

Following is a detailed overview of the Canon SX610 HS vs Sigma SD14, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by companies Canon and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the SX610 HS (20MP) and SD14 (5MP) and the SX610 HS (1/2.3") and SD14 (APS-C) provide different sensor measurements.

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The SX610 HS was announced 8 years after the SD14 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX610 HS being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD14 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SX610 HS scores against the SD14 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS and Sigma SD14. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX610 HS Gallery and Sigma SD14 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX610 HS has outer dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD14 has proportions of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") and a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX610 HS vs Sigma SD14 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the SX610 HS and the SD14.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX610 HS and SD14 is 93 and 59 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by going over a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX610 HS and SD14.

As you can see, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SX610 HS with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the Canon SX610 HS will offer extra detail with its extra 15MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The newer SX610 HS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.