Fujifilm JV150 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill

Here, we are analyzing the Fujifilm JV150 versus Sigma DP3 Merrill, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm JV150 (14MP) and the DP3 Merrill (15MP) is fairly similar but the Fujifilm JV150 (1/2.3") and DP3 Merrill (APS-C) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm JV150 was manufactured 3 years prior to the DP3 Merrill which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm JV150 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP3 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm JV150 scores vs the DP3 Merrill in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix JV150 and Sigma DP3 Merrill. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm JV150 Gallery and Sigma DP3 Merrill Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm JV150 comes with 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 DP3 Merrill has specifications of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm JV150 versus Sigma DP3 Merrill in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm JV150 against the DP3 Merrill.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JV150 and DP3 Merrill is 96 and 83 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by going over specs. The picture here should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm JV150 and DP3 Merrill.

All in all, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm JV150 featuring a tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sigma DP3 Merrill will deliver extra detail due to its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm JV150 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.