Canon SX70 HS vs Sigma DP2s

Its time to look much closer at the Canon SX70 HS vs Sigma DP2s, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Sigma. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the SX70 HS (20MP) and DP2s (5MP) and the SX70 HS (1/2.3") and DP2s (APS-C) offer different sensor sizing.

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The SX70 HS was introduced 8 years later than the DP2s and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon SX70 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SX70 HS grades versus the DP2s when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX70 HS and Sigma DP2s. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX70 HS Gallery and Sigma DP2s Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX70 HS features physical measurements of 127mm x 91mm x 117mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 4.6") along with a weight of 608 grams (1.34 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2s has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX70 HS vs Sigma DP2s in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the SX70 HS against the DP2s.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX70 HS and DP2s is 63 and 86 respectively.

Often, its difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph below might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX70 HS and DP2s.

Clearly, each of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The SX70 HS with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Canon SX70 HS will render extra detail using its extra 15 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics more aggressively. The more modern SX70 HS provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.