Fujifilm X100T vs Sigma DP2 Merrill

The following is a comprehensive overview of the Fujifilm X100T versus Sigma DP2 Merrill, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sigma. The resolution of the Fujifilm X100T (16MP) and the DP2 Merrill (15MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X100T was unveiled 2 years after the DP2 Merrill which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a brief view of how the Fujifilm X100T scores against the DP2 Merrill in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X100T and Sigma DP2 Merrill. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X100T Gallery and Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X100T has got outer dimensions of 127mm x 74mm x 52mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.0") and a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 Merrill has proportions of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X100T versus Sigma DP2 Merrill in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X100T compared to the DP2 Merrill.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X100T and DP2 Merrill is 80 and 83 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions only by researching specs. The image below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X100T and DP2 Merrill.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Fujifilm X100T to result in extra detail having an extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X100T provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.