Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP3 Merrill
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Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-72mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 399g - 115 x 78 x 51mm
- Announced October 2017
- Previous Model is Canon G1 X II
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- 75mm (F2.8) lens
- 330g - 122 x 67 x 59mm
- Revealed January 2013
- Succeeded the Sigma DP2 Merrill
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Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP3 Merrill, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sigma. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the G1 X III (24MP) and DP3 Merrill (15MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).
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The G1 X III was brought out 4 years after the DP3 Merrill which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick view of how the G1 X III grades vs the DP3 Merrill with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III and Sigma DP3 Merrill. The entire galleries are available at Canon G1 X III Gallery and Sigma DP3 Merrill Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G1 X III over the Sigma DP3 Merrill
G1 X III | DP3 Merrill | |||
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Revealed | October 2017 | ![]() | January 2013 | Newer by 59 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 920k | Sharper display (+120k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP3 Merrill over the Canon G1 X III
DP3 Merrill | G1 X III |
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Common features in the Canon G1 X III and Sigma DP3 Merrill
G1 X III | DP3 Merrill | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon G1 X III has external dimensions of 115mm x 78mm x 51mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 2.0") and a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Sigma DP3 Merrill has measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).
Examine the Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP3 Merrill in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the G1 X III vs the DP3 Merrill.
![Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP3 Merrill size comparison Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP3 Merrill size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G1-X-Mark-III-vs-Sigma-DP3-Merrill-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G1 X III and DP3 Merrill is 82 and 83 respectively.
![Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP3 Merrill top view buttons comparison Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP3 Merrill top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G1-X-Mark-III-vs-Sigma-DP3-Merrill-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading through technical specs. The picture underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the G1 X III and DP3 Merrill.
As you can tell, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon G1 X III to resolve greater detail having its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The fresher G1 X III is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
![Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP3 Merrill sensor size comparison Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP3 Merrill sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G1-X-Mark-III-vs-Sigma-DP3-Merrill-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G1-X-Mark-III-vs-Sigma-DP3-Merrill-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Specifications
Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III | Sigma DP3 Merrill | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Sigma |
Model | Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III | Sigma DP3 Merrill |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2017-10-25 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 7 | Dual TRUE II engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 24 x 16mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 384.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 15 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | - |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4704 x 3136 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-72mm (3.0x) | 75mm (1x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.8 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | - |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 9.00 m (at Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, on, sl0w synchro, off | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 640 x 480 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 399g (0.88 lbs) | 330g (0.73 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 115 x 78 x 51mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 2.0") | 122 x 67 x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") |
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 | 200 images | - |
Style of battery | Built-in | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $1,299 | $1,353 |