Canon 6D vs Sigma SD1 Merrill

Here is a extended analysis of the Canon 6D versus Sigma SD1 Merrill, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by brands Canon and Sigma. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the 6D (20MP) and SD1 Merrill (15MP) and the 6D (Full frame) and SD1 Merrill (APS-C) possess totally different sensor size.

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The 6D was brought out 11 months later than the SD1 Merrill so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summation of how the 6D scores against the SD1 Merrill with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 6D & Sigma SD1 Merrill. The entire galleries are available at Canon 6D Gallery & Sigma SD1 Merrill Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon 6D has got physical dimensions of 145mm x 111mm x 71mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 2.8") with a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) and the Sigma SD1 Merrill has sizing of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") with a weight of 790 grams (1.74 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the 6D versus the SD1 Merrill.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 6D and SD1 Merrill is 59 and 57 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at specs. The photograph below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 6D and SD1 Merrill.

All in all, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 6D featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Canon 6D will give you extra detail having its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The fresher 6D will have an edge in sensor technology.