Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Canon PowerShot SX520 HS

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Sigma DP2 Quattro and the Canon PowerShot SX520 HS, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Sigma DP2 Quattro was introduced in February 2014 and Canon PowerShot SX520 HS was introduced in July 2014. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sigma DP2 Quattro over Canon PowerShot SX520 HS.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Canon PowerShot SX520 HS over Sigma DP2 Quattro.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Sigma DP2 Quattro and Canon PowerShot SX520 HS have 3.0" Fixed screens with 920k dot and 461k dot resolutions respectively.

Sigma DP2 Quattro features a 29 megapixel APS-C [] sensor with dimensions of 23.5 x 15.7 mm and a total area of 369 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 6,400. Canon PowerShot SX520 HS features a 16 megapixel 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 3,200.

Canon PowerShot SX520 HS has BSI-CMOS sensor, short for Backside Illuminated Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor sensor. In traditional CMOS sensors, the wiring and circuitry are located on the front side of the sensor, which can block some of the incoming light. BSI technology flips this design by placing the photosensitive elements (pixels) on the backside of the sensor, allowing more light to reach the pixels. This significantly enhances light sensitivity and improves low-light performance. BSI-CMOS sensors are particularly effective in low-light conditions, as they can capture more light, resulting in brighter and less noisy images. This makes them well-suited for indoor and night photography. BSI-CMOS sensors deliver a higher SNR and reduced cross-talk.

Sigma DP2 Quattro is equipped with TRUE III processor and can take pictures up to 5424 x 3616 resolution. Canon PowerShot SX520 HS is equipped with DIGIC 4+ processor and can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution.

Canon PowerShot SX520 HS has an image stabilization.

NFC on Sigma DP2 Quattro

Sigma DP2 Quattro has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.

USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.

Battery

Sigma DP2 Quattro comes with BP-51 battery pack and Canon PowerShot SX520 HS comes with NB-6LH battery pack with battery life of 210 shots.

External Storage Slots

Sigma DP2 Quattro has a single card slot. Canon PowerShot SX520 HS has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/2000 sec on Sigma DP2 Quattro, and up to 1/2000 sec on Canon PowerShot SX520 HS. Sigma DP2 Quattro can shoot continuously up to 3.0 fps. Canon PowerShot SX520 HS can shoot continuously up to 1.6 fps.

Flash

Canon PowerShot SX520 HS has a built-in flash with maximum range of 5.50 m. Sigma DP2 Quattro has no built-in flash but an external flash may be connected via Shoe Mount..

Sigma DP2 Quattro body has dimensions of 161 x 67 x 82 mm (6.34 x 2.64 x 3.23") and Canon PowerShot SX520 HS body has dimensions of 120 x 82 x 92 mm (4.72 x 3.23 x 3.62"). Sigma DP2 Quattro weighs 395 g (0.87 lb / 13.93 oz) and Canon PowerShot SX520 HS weighs 441 g (0.97 lb / 15.56 oz).

Sigma DP2 Quattro

Canon PowerShot SX520 HS

161 mm

67 mm

120 mm

82 mm

67 mm

82 mm

82 mm

92 mm