Canon SX70 HS vs Sigma SD10

Here is a thorough review of the Canon SX70 HS and Sigma SD10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Canon and Sigma. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the SX70 HS (20MP) and SD10 (3MP) and the SX70 HS (1/2.3") and SD10 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The SX70 HS was brought out 14 years later than the SD10 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX70 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma SD10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick overview of how the SX70 HS scores versus the SD10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX70 HS and Sigma SD10. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX70 HS Gallery and Sigma SD10 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX70 HS has got outside dimensions of 127mm x 91mm x 117mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 608 grams (1.34 lbs) while the Sigma SD10 has proportions of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX70 HS and Sigma SD10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the SX70 HS versus the SD10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX70 HS and SD10 is 63 and 54 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to see the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out a spec sheet. The visual here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX70 HS and SD10.

Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SX70 HS due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Canon SX70 HS will provide extra detail having its extra 17MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more modern SX70 HS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.