Canon SX710 HS vs Sigma fp

The following is a thorough comparison of the Canon SX710 HS vs Sigma fp, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Canon and Sigma. The image resolution of the SX710 HS (20MP) and the fp (25MP) is pretty close but the SX710 HS (1/2.3") and fp (Full frame) come with totally different sensor size.

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The SX710 HS was released 5 years earlier than the fp which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX710 HS being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SX710 HS grades versus the fp in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS & Sigma fp. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX710 HS Gallery & Sigma fp Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX710 HS offers 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) while the Sigma fp has dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the SX710 HS and the fp.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX710 HS and fp is 89 and 84 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions purely by researching technical specs. The pic underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX710 HS and fp.

As you have seen, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SX710 HS featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sigma fp will result in more detail as a result of its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged SX710 HS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.