Fujifilm S1 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill

The following is a in-depth assessment of the Fujifilm S1 versus Sigma DP2 Merrill, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S1 (16MP) and the DP2 Merrill (15MP) is fairly close but the Fujifilm S1 (1/2.3") and DP2 Merrill (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm S1 was brought out 24 months after the DP2 Merrill making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma DP2 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a short overview of how the Fujifilm S1 matches up versus the DP2 Merrill in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S1 and Sigma DP2 Merrill. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm S1 Gallery and Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S1 comes with exterior measurements of 133mm x 91mm x 110mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.3") along with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 Merrill has measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm S1 versus Sigma DP2 Merrill in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm S1 against the DP2 Merrill.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S1 and DP2 Merrill is 60 and 83 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specifications. The image below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S1 and DP2 Merrill.

To sum up, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm S1 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh harder and the Fujifilm S1 will result in more detail having its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm S1 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.