Canon G7 X MII vs Sigma DP1 Merrill
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![Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II front Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-G7-X-Mark-II/Canon-G7-X-MII-front.jpg)
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Canon G7 X MII vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 319g - 106 x 61 x 42mm
- Launched February 2016
- Old Model is Canon G7 X
- Refreshed by Canon G7 X MIII
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- " Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F2.8) lens
- 330g - 122 x 67 x 64mm
- Released February 2012
- Successor is Sigma DP2 Merrill
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Canon G7 X MII vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Canon G7 X MII vs Sigma DP1 Merrill, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sigma. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the G7 X MII (20MP) and DP1 Merrill (15MP) and the G7 X MII (1") and DP1 Merrill (APS-C) come with different sensor sizing.
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The G7 X MII was manufactured 4 years after the DP1 Merrill which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).
Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple overview of how the G7 X MII grades vs the DP1 Merrill when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Canon G7 X MII vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II & Sigma DP1 Merrill. The entire galleries are available at Canon G7 X MII Gallery & Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G7 X MII over the Sigma DP1 Merrill
G7 X MII | DP1 Merrill | |||
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Released | February 2016 | ![]() | February 2012 | More modern by 50 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | " | Bigger screen (+3") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 920k | Crisper screen (+120k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1 Merrill over the Canon G7 X MII
DP1 Merrill | G7 X MII |
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Common features in the Canon G7 X MII and Sigma DP1 Merrill
G7 X MII | DP1 Merrill | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing |
Canon G7 X MII vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon G7 X MII features external measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") having a weight of 319 grams (0.70 lbs) and the Sigma DP1 Merrill has dimensions of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).
Examine the Canon G7 X MII vs Sigma DP1 Merrill in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the G7 X MII compared to the DP1 Merrill.
![Canon G7 X MII vs Sigma DP1 Merrill size comparison Canon G7 X MII vs Sigma DP1 Merrill size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G7-X-Mark-II-vs-Sigma-DP1-Merrill-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability score of the G7 X MII and DP1 Merrill is 88 and 82 respectively.
![Canon G7 X MII vs Sigma DP1 Merrill top view buttons comparison Canon G7 X MII vs Sigma DP1 Merrill top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G7-X-Mark-II-vs-Sigma-DP1-Merrill-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon G7 X MII vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes purely by viewing technical specs. The picture here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the G7 X MII and DP1 Merrill.
As you can tell, both cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G7 X MII featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Canon G7 X MII will render extra detail due to its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The younger G7 X MII provides an advantage in sensor technology.
![Canon G7 X MII vs Sigma DP1 Merrill sensor size comparison Canon G7 X MII vs Sigma DP1 Merrill sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G7-X-Mark-II-vs-Sigma-DP1-Merrill-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon G7 X MII vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon G7 X MII vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon G7 X MII vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-G7-X-Mark-II-vs-Sigma-DP1-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 G7 X MII vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Specifications
Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II | Sigma DP1 Merrill | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Sigma |
Model | Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II | Sigma DP1 Merrill |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2016-02-18 | 2012-02-08 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 7 | Dual TRUE II engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 24 x 16mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 384.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 15 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4704 x 3136 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 31 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | () |
Largest aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/2.8 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | - |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | - |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 640 x 480 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 319 grams (0.70 lb) | 330 grams (0.73 lb) |
Dimensions | 106 x 61 x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") | 122 x 67 x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") |
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 | 265 shots | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-13L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 0r 10 secs, custom) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | - |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $699 | $1,250 |