FujiFilm S1600 vs Sigma SD1 Merrill

In this write-up, we will be comparing the FujiFilm S1600 versus Sigma SD1 Merrill, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by companies FujiFilm and Sigma. The resolution of the S1600 (12MP) and the SD1 Merrill (15MP) is relatively well matched but the S1600 (1/2.3") and SD1 Merrill (APS-C) use totally different sensor measurements.

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The S1600 was manufactured 3 years earlier than the SD1 Merrill and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm S1600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma SD1 Merrill being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the S1600 matches up versus the SD1 Merrill with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S1600 and Sigma SD1 Merrill. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S1600 Gallery and Sigma SD1 Merrill Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The FujiFilm S1600 enjoys physical dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") having a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Sigma SD1 Merrill has specifications of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") and a weight of 790 grams (1.74 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm S1600 versus Sigma SD1 Merrill in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the S1600 versus the SD1 Merrill.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1600 and SD1 Merrill is 78 and 57 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by checking specs. The visual underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S1600 and SD1 Merrill.

All in all, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S1600 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Sigma SD1 Merrill will give greater detail due to its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older S1600 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.