Canon SX220 HS vs Sigma DP2x

Below is a in-depth overview of the Canon SX220 HS and Sigma DP2x, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Sigma. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the SX220 HS (12MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the SX220 HS (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The SX220 HS was launched at a similar time to the DP2x which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX220 HS being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the SX220 HS scores vs the DP2x for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon SX220 HS and Sigma DP2x. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Sigma DP2x Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX220 HS comes with external measurements of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2x has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX220 HS and Sigma DP2x in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the SX220 HS vs the DP2x.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX220 HS and DP2x is 96 and 86 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by checking out technical specs. The visual below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX220 HS and DP2x.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SX220 HS featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Canon SX220 HS will produce more detail utilizing its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images far more aggressively.