Canon SX700 HS vs Sigma SD1
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Canon SX700 HS vs Sigma SD1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 269g - 113 x 66 x 35mm
- Revealed February 2014
- Updated by Canon SX710 HS
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- n/ag - 146 x 113 x 80mm
- Revealed September 2010
- Successor is Sigma SD1 Merrill

Canon SX700 HS vs Sigma SD1 Overview
Following is a complete analysis of the Canon SX700 HS vs Sigma SD1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Canon and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the SX700 HS (16MP) and the SD1 (15MP) is relatively well matched but the SX700 HS (1/2.3") and SD1 (APS-C) offer different sensor measurements.

The SX700 HS was brought out 3 years after the SD1 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX700 HS being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SX700 HS matches up against the SD1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX700 HS vs Sigma SD1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS and Sigma SD1. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX700 HS Gallery and Sigma SD1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX700 HS over the Sigma SD1
SX700 HS | SD1 | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | ![]() | September 2010 | More modern by 42 months |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+462k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD1 over the Canon SX700 HS
SD1 | SX700 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX700 HS and Sigma SD1
SX700 HS | SD1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX700 HS vs Sigma SD1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX700 HS features exterior dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Sigma SD1 has measurements of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX700 HS vs Sigma SD1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the SX700 HS versus the SD1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX700 HS and SD1 is 89 and 77 respectively.

Canon SX700 HS vs Sigma SD1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes simply by checking specs. The pic below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX700 HS and SD1.
All in all, both cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SX700 HS because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Canon SX700 HS will give greater detail having its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more modern SX700 HS should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon SX700 HS vs Sigma SD1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX700 HS vs Sigma SD1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX700 HS | Sigma SD1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Sigma |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX700 HS | Sigma SD1 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2014-02-12 | 2010-09-21 |
Body design | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 6 | Dual True II |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 24 x 16mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 384.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 15 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4800 x 3200 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | 2 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sigma SA |
Lens zoom range | 25-750mm (30.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 76 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 922k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II G TFT | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 15s |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 9.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 269 gr (0.59 lb) | - |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 66 x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 146 x 113 x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Compact Flash (Type I, UDMA compatible) |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $349 | $2,339 |