Canon 90D vs Sigma DP1 Merrill
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Canon 90D vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 33MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 51200)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 701g - 141 x 105 x 77mm
- Released August 2019
- Replaced the Canon 80D
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- " Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F2.8) lens
- 330g - 122 x 67 x 64mm
- Launched February 2012
- Replacement is Sigma DP2 Merrill

Canon 90D vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Canon 90D versus Sigma DP1 Merrill, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Sigma. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the 90D (33MP) and DP1 Merrill (15MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

The 90D was unveiled 7 years later than the DP1 Merrill and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon 90D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sigma DP1 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the 90D grades versus the DP1 Merrill in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon 90D vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 90D and Sigma DP1 Merrill. The full galleries are available at Canon 90D Gallery and Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 90D over the Sigma DP1 Merrill
90D | DP1 Merrill | |||
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Launched | August 2019 | ![]() | February 2012 | More recent by 92 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | " | Larger display (+3") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 920k | Crisper display (+120k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1 Merrill over the Canon 90D
DP1 Merrill | 90D |
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Common features in the Canon 90D and Sigma DP1 Merrill
90D | DP1 Merrill | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus |
Canon 90D vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Physical Comparison
When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and size. The Canon 90D has external dimensions of 141mm x 105mm x 77mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") and a weight of 701 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Sigma DP1 Merrill has specifications of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon 90D versus Sigma DP1 Merrill in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the 90D and the DP1 Merrill.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 90D and DP1 Merrill is 60 and 82 respectively.

Canon 90D vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements only by looking at technical specs. The photograph here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 90D and DP1 Merrill.
As you can tell, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon 90D to give you greater detail having an extra 18MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images way more aggressively. The more recent 90D will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon 90D vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 90D vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Specifications
Canon EOS 90D | Sigma DP1 Merrill | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Sigma |
Model | Canon EOS 90D | Sigma DP1 Merrill |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2019-08-28 | 2012-02-08 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 8 | Dual TRUE II engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 24 x 16mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 384.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 33 megapixels | 15 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 6960 x 4640 | 4704 x 3136 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 45 | - |
Cross focus points | 45 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF/EF-S | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | () |
Maximum aperture | - | f/2.8 |
Number of lenses | 326 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | - |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.6x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | - |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | - |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | - | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/250 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 640 x 480 |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (With USB-PD compatible chargers) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 701 gr (1.55 pounds) | 330 gr (0.73 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 141 x 105 x 77mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") | 122 x 67 x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") |
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 | 1300 photographs | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LP-E6N | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | - |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $1,199 | $1,250 |