Canon G7 X MIII vs Sigma DP2 Merrill

Below, we are matching up the Canon G7 X MIII vs Sigma DP2 Merrill, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sigma. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the G7 X MIII (20MP) and DP2 Merrill (15MP) and the G7 X MIII (1") and DP2 Merrill (APS-C) enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The G7 X MIII was brought out 7 years after the DP2 Merrill which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the G7 X MIII grades against the DP2 Merrill in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III & Sigma DP2 Merrill. The entire galleries are provided at Canon G7 X MIII Gallery & Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon G7 X MIII has physical measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 41mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 Merrill has dimensions of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

See the Canon G7 X MIII vs Sigma DP2 Merrill in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the G7 X MIII vs the DP2 Merrill.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the G7 X MIII and DP2 Merrill is 88 and 83 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specs. The image underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the G7 X MIII and DP2 Merrill.

All in all, both the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G7 X MIII due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Canon G7 X MIII will give greater detail having its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more recent G7 X MIII should have an advantage in sensor technology.