Canon SX700 HS vs Sigma DP2 Merrill

Here, we will be contrasting the Canon SX700 HS vs Sigma DP2 Merrill, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Sigma. The image resolution of the SX700 HS (16MP) and the DP2 Merrill (15MP) is relatively close but the SX700 HS (1/2.3") and DP2 Merrill (APS-C) boast different sensor sizing.

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The SX700 HS was revealed 2 years later than the DP2 Merrill and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX700 HS being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SX700 HS scores vs the DP2 Merrill with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS & Sigma DP2 Merrill. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX700 HS Gallery & Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX700 HS provides exterior measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Sigma DP2 Merrill has measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the SX700 HS vs the DP2 Merrill.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX700 HS and DP2 Merrill is 89 and 83 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing purely by looking through specs. The photograph underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX700 HS and DP2 Merrill.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SX700 HS having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Canon SX700 HS will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger SX700 HS provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.