Fujifilm JX550 vs Sigma DP1 Merrill

On this page, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm JX550 and Sigma DP1 Merrill, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and the DP1 Merrill (15MP) is relatively similar but the Fujifilm JX550 (1/2.3") and DP1 Merrill (APS-C) have different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm JX550 was unveiled at a similar time to the DP1 Merrill so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm JX550 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm JX550 matches up versus the DP1 Merrill in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix JX550 & Sigma DP1 Merrill. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JX550 Gallery & Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm JX550 has exterior dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) while the Sigma DP1 Merrill has proportions of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm JX550 and Sigma DP1 Merrill in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 vs the DP1 Merrill.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JX550 and DP1 Merrill is 95 and 82 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by going over a spec sheet. The image here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm JX550 and DP1 Merrill.

As you can see, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm JX550 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Fujifilm JX550 will deliver extra detail having an extra 1MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs more aggressively.