Fujifilm X100S vs Sigma DP3 Merrill
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![Fujifilm X100S front Fujifilm X100S front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-X100S/Fujifilm-X100S-front.jpg)
![Sigma DP3 Merrill front Sigma DP3 Merrill front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sigma-DP3-Merrill/Sigma-DP3-Merrill-front.jpg)
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Fujifilm X100S vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F2.0) lens
- 445g - 127 x 74 x 54mm
- Released July 2013
- Earlier Model is Fujifilm X100
- Successor is Fujifilm X100T
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- 75mm (F2.8) lens
- 330g - 122 x 67 x 59mm
- Announced January 2013
- Superseded the Sigma DP2 Merrill
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Fujifilm X100S vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Overview
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.
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Fujifilm X100S vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X100S over the Sigma DP3 Merrill
Fujifilm X100S | DP3 Merrill | |||
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Announced | July 2013 | ![]() | January 2013 | More modern by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP3 Merrill over the Fujifilm X100S
DP3 Merrill | Fujifilm X100S | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm X100S and Sigma DP3 Merrill
Fujifilm X100S | DP3 Merrill | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm X100S vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Physical Comparison
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.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Fujifilm X100S vs Sigma DP3 Merrill size comparison Fujifilm X100S vs Sigma DP3 Merrill size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X100S-vs-Sigma-DP3-Merrill-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X100S and DP3 Merrill is 80 and 83 respectively.
![Fujifilm X100S vs Sigma DP3 Merrill top view buttons comparison Fujifilm X100S vs Sigma DP3 Merrill top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X100S-vs-Sigma-DP3-Merrill-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm X100S vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Sensor Comparison
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.
![Fujifilm X100S vs Sigma DP3 Merrill sensor size comparison Fujifilm X100S vs Sigma DP3 Merrill sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-X100S-vs-Sigma-DP3-Merrill-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm X100S vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm X100S vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm X100S vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X100S-vs-Sigma-DP3-Merrill-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Fujifilm X100S vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Specifications
Fujifilm X100S | Sigma DP3 Merrill | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sigma |
Model type | Fujifilm X100S | Sigma DP3 Merrill |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-07-29 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR II | Dual TRUE II engine |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 24 x 16mm |
Sensor area | 372.9mm² | 384.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 15 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4704 x 3136 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35mm (1x) | 75mm (1x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0 | f/2.8 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.8 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic and Optical (tunnel) | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,350k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 90 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.5x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per sec | 4.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/2000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30fps) | 640 x 480 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 445g (0.98 pounds) | 330g (0.73 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 127 x 74 x 54mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.1") | 122 x 67 x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photographs | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-95 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $1,299 | $1,353 |