Fujifilm SL1000 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill

Let's take a deeper look at the Fujifilm SL1000 versus Sigma DP2 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 SL1000 (16MP) and the DP2 Merrill (15MP) is very close but the Fujifilm SL1000 (1/2.3") and DP2 Merrill (APS-C) have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm SL1000 was released 12 months later than the DP2 Merrill which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm SL1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma DP2 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm SL1000 scores against the DP2 Merrill in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix SL1000 and Sigma DP2 Merrill. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm SL1000 Gallery and Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm SL1000 has physical measurements of 123mm x 89mm x 123mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 4.8") accompanied by a weight of 659 grams (1.45 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 Merrill has specifications of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") along with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm SL1000 versus Sigma DP2 Merrill in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm SL1000 compared to the DP2 Merrill.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm SL1000 and DP2 Merrill is 61 and 83 respectively.

Usually, its tough to see the gap in sensor sizing merely by looking through technical specs. The visual underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm SL1000 and DP2 Merrill.

As you can tell, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm SL1000 featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Fujifilm SL1000 will result in more detail as a result of its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm SL1000 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.