Fujifilm X100S vs Sigma DP3 Merrill

Lets take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm X100S vs Sigma DP3 Merrill, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sigma. The resolution of the Fujifilm X100S (16MP) and the DP3 Merrill (15MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X100S was manufactured 7 months after the DP3 Merrill and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm X100S matches up vs the DP3 Merrill in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X100S and Sigma DP3 Merrill. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X100S Gallery and Sigma DP3 Merrill Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X100S provides external dimensions of 127mm x 74mm x 54mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.1") with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) while the Sigma DP3 Merrill has sizing of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X100S vs Sigma DP3 Merrill in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X100S compared to the DP3 Merrill.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X100S and DP3 Merrill is 80 and 83 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by looking through specs. The picture here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X100S and DP3 Merrill.

All in all, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Fujifilm X100S to provide you with more detail due to its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X100S is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.