Canon SX620 HS vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

Below is a in-depth comparison of the Canon SX620 HS versus Sigma DP2 Quattro, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the SX620 HS (20MP) and the DP2 Quattro (20MP) is very well matched but the SX620 HS (1/2.3") and DP2 Quattro (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX620 HS was launched 2 years later than the DP2 Quattro and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX620 HS being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the SX620 HS grades vs the DP2 Quattro in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS and Sigma DP2 Quattro. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX620 HS Gallery and Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX620 HS features physical dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Sigma DP2 Quattro has measurements of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") with a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the SX620 HS versus the DP2 Quattro.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX620 HS and DP2 Quattro is 93 and 70 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements just by checking specifications. The photograph below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX620 HS and DP2 Quattro.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact megapixels but not the same sensor measurements. The SX620 HS features the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving shallower DOF harder. The more modern SX620 HS is going to have an edge in sensor technology.