Fujifilm S8300 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill

Its time to take a deeper look at the Fujifilm S8300 versus Sigma DP2 Merrill, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S8300 (16MP) and the DP2 Merrill (15MP) is pretty well matched but the Fujifilm S8300 (1/2.3") and DP2 Merrill (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm S8300 was introduced 12 months after the DP2 Merrill so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S8300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma DP2 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm S8300 matches up versus the DP2 Merrill in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S8300 and Sigma DP2 Merrill. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8300 Gallery and Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S8300 offers outer measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 Merrill has proportions of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm S8300 versus Sigma DP2 Merrill in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm S8300 compared to the DP2 Merrill.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8300 and DP2 Merrill is 61 and 83 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8300 and DP2 Merrill.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm S8300 with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Fujifilm S8300 will give you greater detail using its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm S8300 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.