Canon SX700 HS vs Sigma DP1

The following is a thorough comparison of the Canon SX700 HS and Sigma DP1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Sigma. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX700 HS (16MP) and DP1 (5MP) and the SX700 HS (1/2.3") and DP1 (APS-C) have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SX700 HS was brought out 5 years after the DP1 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX700 HS being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX700 HS matches up versus the DP1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS & Sigma DP1. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX700 HS Gallery & Sigma DP1 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX700 HS features physical measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Sigma DP1 has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the SX700 HS against the DP1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX700 HS and DP1 is 89 and 87 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading through a spec sheet. The picture here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX700 HS and DP1.

As you can see, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The SX700 HS featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Canon SX700 HS will resolve greater detail having its extra 11MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The younger SX700 HS is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.