Canon G5 X MII vs Sigma DP3 Merrill

Here, we will be comparing the Canon G5 X MII and Sigma DP3 Merrill, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Sigma. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the G5 X MII (20MP) and DP3 Merrill (15MP) and the G5 X MII (1") and DP3 Merrill (APS-C) posses totally different sensor size.

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The G5 X MII was unveiled 6 years later than the DP3 Merrill and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the G5 X MII matches up vs the DP3 Merrill when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II & Sigma DP3 Merrill. The full galleries are viewable at Canon G5 X MII Gallery & Sigma DP3 Merrill Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and volume. The Canon G5 X MII offers outside measurements of 111mm x 61mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Sigma DP3 Merrill has sizing of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the G5 X MII compared to the DP3 Merrill.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the G5 X MII and DP3 Merrill is 86 and 83 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph here will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G5 X MII and DP3 Merrill.

Clearly, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G5 X MII having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Canon G5 X MII will deliver greater detail having an extra 5MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern G5 X MII will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.