Fujifilm X100 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Fujifilm X100 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sigma. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X100 (12MP) and the DP2 Merrill (15MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X100 was manufactured 8 months before the DP2 Merrill and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm X100 scores against the DP2 Merrill in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix X100 and Sigma DP2 Merrill. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X100 Gallery and Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X100 enjoys external measurements of 126mm x 75mm x 54mm (5.0" x 3.0" x 2.1") and a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 Merrill has sizing of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X100 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X100 versus the DP2 Merrill.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X100 and DP2 Merrill is 80 and 83 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The visual here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X100 and DP2 Merrill.

Plainly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sigma DP2 Merrill to show greater detail due to its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X100 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.