Canon SX700 HS vs Sigma DP1x

Below is a in depth comparison of the Canon SX700 HS and Sigma DP1x, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Sigma. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX700 HS (16MP) and DP1x (5MP) and the SX700 HS (1/2.3") and DP1x (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX700 HS was released 4 years later than the DP1x and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX700 HS being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SX700 HS grades against the DP1x with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS & Sigma DP1x. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX700 HS Gallery & Sigma DP1x Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX700 HS enjoys exterior dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Sigma DP1x has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX700 HS and Sigma DP1x in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the SX700 HS against the DP1x.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX700 HS and DP1x is 89 and 88 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements purely by viewing technical specs. The graphic here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX700 HS and DP1x.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The SX700 HS due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Canon SX700 HS will result in greater detail as a result of its extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent SX700 HS will have a benefit in sensor tech.