Fujifilm JV150 vs Sigma DP1 Merrill

In this article, we will be looking at the Fujifilm JV150 and Sigma DP1 Merrill, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Sigma. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JV150 (14MP) and the DP1 Merrill (15MP) is relatively comparable but the Fujifilm JV150 (1/2.3") and DP1 Merrill (APS-C) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm JV150 was released 24 months prior to the DP1 Merrill which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm JV150 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm JV150 grades versus the DP1 Merrill when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix JV150 and Sigma DP1 Merrill. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm JV150 Gallery and Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm JV150 features exterior dimensions of 93mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sigma DP1 Merrill has dimensions of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm JV150 and Sigma DP1 Merrill in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm JV150 vs the DP1 Merrill.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JV150 and DP1 Merrill is 96 and 82 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The visual below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm JV150 and DP1 Merrill.

Plainly, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm JV150 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh trickier and the Sigma DP1 Merrill will show extra detail as a result of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm JV150 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.