Fujifilm X100S vs Sigma DP2 Merrill

Lets look more closely at the Fujifilm X100S and Sigma DP2 Merrill, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sigma. The resolution of the Fujifilm X100S (16MP) and the DP2 Merrill (15MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X100S was announced 18 months later than the DP2 Merrill making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm X100S matches up versus the DP2 Merrill in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X100S and Sigma DP2 Merrill. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X100S Gallery and Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm X100S has exterior measurements of 127mm x 74mm x 54mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.1") along with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 Merrill has specifications of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

See the Fujifilm X100S and Sigma DP2 Merrill in the latest 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 time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X100S against the DP2 Merrill.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X100S and DP2 Merrill is 80 and 83 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by going through specs. The graphic here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X100S and DP2 Merrill.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Fujifilm X100S to provide greater detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X100S should have an edge in sensor innovation.