Fujifilm S4200 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill

In this article, we are contrasting the Fujifilm S4200 versus Sigma DP3 Merrill, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Sigma. The resolution of the Fujifilm S4200 (14MP) and the DP3 Merrill (15MP) is fairly comparable but the Fujifilm S4200 (1/2.3") and DP3 Merrill (APS-C) use different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm S4200 was unveiled 12 months prior to the DP3 Merrill and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S4200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma DP3 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm S4200 grades versus the DP3 Merrill in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S4200 and Sigma DP3 Merrill. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm S4200 Gallery and Sigma DP3 Merrill Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S4200 has got exterior dimensions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") and a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs) while the Sigma DP3 Merrill has dimensions of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm S4200 versus Sigma DP3 Merrill in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm S4200 against the DP3 Merrill.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S4200 and DP3 Merrill is 67 and 83 respectively.

Usually, its hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by checking out specs. The photograph below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S4200 and DP3 Merrill.

All in all, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm S4200 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Sigma DP3 Merrill will show greater detail having an extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S4200 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.