FujiFilm S1600 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill

Let's look a bit more in depth at the FujiFilm S1600 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Sigma. The resolution of the S1600 (12MP) and the DP2 Merrill (15MP) is pretty close but the S1600 (1/2.3") and DP2 Merrill (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The S1600 was launched 24 months prior to the DP2 Merrill which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm S1600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma DP2 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S1600 scores against the DP2 Merrill when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix S1600 and Sigma DP2 Merrill. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S1600 Gallery and Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S1600 has external dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") along with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 Merrill has measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Compare the FujiFilm S1600 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the S1600 against the DP2 Merrill.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S1600 and DP2 Merrill is 78 and 83 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes only by viewing technical specs. The image underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1600 and DP2 Merrill.

As you have seen, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S1600 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Sigma DP2 Merrill will provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged S1600 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.