Canon SL3 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill

Here, we will be contrasting the Canon SL3 versus Sigma DP3 Merrill, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Sigma. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the SL3 (24MP) and DP3 Merrill (15MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The SL3 was introduced 6 years after the DP3 Merrill which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon SL3 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sigma DP3 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SL3 scores vs the DP3 Merrill when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS Rebel SL3 & Sigma DP3 Merrill. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SL3 Gallery & Sigma DP3 Merrill Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SL3 provides physical measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") with a weight of 449 grams (0.99 lbs) and the Sigma DP3 Merrill has sizing of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SL3 versus Sigma DP3 Merrill in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the SL3 and the DP3 Merrill.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SL3 and DP3 Merrill is 71 and 83 respectively.

Often, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by going through technical specs. The image here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SL3 and DP3 Merrill.

As you can tell, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Canon SL3 to produce greater detail using its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The newer SL3 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.