Canon G1 X vs Sigma DP1 Merrill

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Canon G1 X versus Sigma DP1 Merrill, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Sigma. The resolution of the G1 X (14MP) and the DP1 Merrill (15MP) is pretty similar but the G1 X (1.5") and DP1 Merrill (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The G1 X was unveiled 2 months after the DP1 Merrill which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the G1 X scores against the DP1 Merrill with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G1 X & Sigma DP1 Merrill. The full galleries are viewable at Canon G1 X Gallery & Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon G1 X has outer dimensions of 117mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 2.6") and a weight of 534 grams (1.18 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1 Merrill has proportions of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the G1 X against the DP1 Merrill.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G1 X and DP1 Merrill is 75 and 82 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading a spec sheet. The image here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the G1 X and DP1 Merrill.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G1 X having a tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sigma DP1 Merrill will deliver greater detail having an extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively.