Canon SX710 HS vs Sigma DP2x

Let's look more closely at the Canon SX710 HS vs Sigma DP2x, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Sigma. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the SX710 HS (20MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the SX710 HS (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The SX710 HS was launched 3 years after the DP2x which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX710 HS being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SX710 HS scores vs the DP2x with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS and Sigma DP2x. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX710 HS Gallery and Sigma DP2x Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX710 HS provides external measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2x has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX710 HS vs the DP2x.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX710 HS and DP2x is 89 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to see the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specs. The picture here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX710 HS and DP2x.

All in all, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SX710 HS featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Canon SX710 HS will offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 15MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots more aggressively. The fresher SX710 HS will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.