Canon SX720 HS vs Sigma DP2

Following is a thorough review of the Canon SX720 HS vs Sigma DP2, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Sigma. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and DP2 (5MP) and the SX720 HS (1/2.3") and DP2 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SX720 HS was revealed 6 years after the DP2 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX720 HS being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a brief view of how the SX720 HS grades versus the DP2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS & Sigma DP2. The full galleries are available at Canon SX720 HS Gallery & Sigma DP2 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX720 HS has got external dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the SX720 HS and the DP2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX720 HS and DP2 is 89 and 86 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading a spec sheet. The image underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX720 HS and DP2.

Clearly, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SX720 HS with its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Canon SX720 HS will offer extra detail because of its extra 15.3MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The fresher SX720 HS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.