Canon G1 X II vs Sigma DP2 Merrill

Its time to examine more in depth at the Canon G1 X II and Sigma DP2 Merrill, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the G1 X II (13MP) and the DP2 Merrill (15MP) is very close but the G1 X II (1.5") and DP2 Merrill (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The G1 X II was announced 2 years later than the DP2 Merrill and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a brief summary of how the G1 X II grades vs the DP2 Merrill with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II & Sigma DP2 Merrill. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G1 X II Gallery & Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon G1 X II has got exterior measurements of 116mm x 74mm x 66mm (4.6" x 2.9" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 553 grams (1.22 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 Merrill has measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Analyze the Canon G1 X II and Sigma DP2 Merrill in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the G1 X II and the DP2 Merrill.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the G1 X II and DP2 Merrill is 76 and 83 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by researching technical specs. The graphic below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the G1 X II and DP2 Merrill.

As you can tell, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G1 X II with its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Sigma DP2 Merrill will provide you with greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer G1 X II is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.