Canon SX220 HS vs Sigma DP1

Let's look more closely at the Canon SX220 HS and Sigma DP1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Sigma. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the SX220 HS (12MP) and DP1 (5MP) and the SX220 HS (1/2.3") and DP1 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizing.

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The SX220 HS was introduced 2 years later than the DP1 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX220 HS being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SX220 HS scores vs the DP1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon SX220 HS and Sigma DP1. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Sigma DP1 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX220 HS enjoys exterior measurements of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1 has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") and a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

Check the Canon SX220 HS and Sigma DP1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX220 HS vs the DP1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX220 HS and DP1 is 96 and 87 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at specifications. The visual below should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX220 HS and DP1.

Plainly, both of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX220 HS using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the Canon SX220 HS will resolve extra detail using its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The fresher SX220 HS should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.