Canon SX730 HS vs Sigma DP2x
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Canon SX730 HS vs Sigma DP2x Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20.3MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-960mm (F3.3-6.9) lens
- 300g - 110 x 64 x 40mm
- Released April 2017
- Succeeded the Canon SX720 HS
- Replacement is Canon SX740 HS
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Revealed February 2011
- Superseded the Sigma DP2s
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Below, we will be matching up the Canon SX730 HS versus Sigma DP2x, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Sigma. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX730 HS (20.3MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the SX730 HS (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) possess different sensor size.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe SX730 HS was announced 6 years after the DP2x which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX730 HS being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SX730 HS grades versus the DP2x in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Canon SX730 HS over the Sigma DP2x
| SX730 HS | DP2x | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | April 2017 |  | February 2011 | Newer by 75 months |
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
| Screen resolution | 922k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+692k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Canon SX730 HS
| DP2x | SX730 HS |
|---|
Common features in the Canon SX730 HS and Sigma DP2x
| SX730 HS | DP2x | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very precise focus | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX730 HS vs Sigma DP2x Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX730 HS has exterior measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Sigma DP2x has sizing 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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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the SX730 HS vs the DP2x.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX730 HS and DP2x is 88 and 86 respectively.
Canon SX730 HS vs Sigma DP2x Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading specs. The pic below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX730 HS and DP2x.
All in all, both cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SX730 HS using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Canon SX730 HS will deliver more detail with its extra 15.3MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The newer SX730 HS provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Canon SX730 HS vs Sigma DP2x Specifications
| Canon PowerShot SX730 HS | Sigma DP2x | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Canon | Sigma |
| Model | Canon PowerShot SX730 HS | Sigma DP2x |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2017-04-06 | 2011-02-08 |
| Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | DIGIC 6 | True II |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 285.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20.3 megapixel | 5 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 2640 x 1760 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 41mm (1x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.3-6.9 | - |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.7 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
| Display resolution | 922k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 5.9fps | 3.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 4.30 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 320 x 240 |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 320x240 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 300 grams (0.66 lbs) | 280 grams (0.62 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 110 x 64 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 250 photographs | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/MMC |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at launch | $399 | $699 |