Fujifilm X100V vs Sigma DP3 Merrill
Portability
79 Imaging
71 Features
75 Overall
72
79 Imaging
71 Features
75 Overall
72
Portability
83 Imaging
56 Features
33 Overall
46
83 Imaging
56 Features
33 Overall
46
Fujifilm X100V vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Key Specs
Fujifilm X100V
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- 35mm (F2.0) lens
- 478g - 128 x 75 x 53mm
- Announced February 2020
- Succeeded the Fujifilm X100F
Sigma DP3 Merrill
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(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
- Revealed January 2013
- Superseded the Sigma DP2 Merrill
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Its time to look closer at the Fujifilm X100V and Sigma DP3 Merrill, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Sigma. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X100V (26MP) and DP3 Merrill (15MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (APS-C).
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Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm X100V matches up vs the DP3 Merrill in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X100V over the Sigma DP3 Merrill
| Fujifilm X100V | DP3 Merrill | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | February 2020 |  | January 2013 | More modern by 87 months |
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen resolution | 1620k |  | 920k | Crisper screen (+700k dot) |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP3 Merrill over the Fujifilm X100V
| DP3 Merrill | Fujifilm X100V |
|---|
Common features in the Fujifilm X100V and Sigma DP3 Merrill
| Fujifilm X100V | DP3 Merrill | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial precise focusing | ||
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen |
Fujifilm X100V vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X100V offers exterior measurements of 128mm x 75mm x 53mm (5.0" x 3.0" x 2.1") along with a weight of 478 grams (1.05 lbs) while the Sigma DP3 Merrill has proportions of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X100V against the DP3 Merrill.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X100V and DP3 Merrill is 79 and 83 respectively.
Fujifilm X100V vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to see the difference between sensor sizes just by reading through a spec sheet. The image below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X100V and DP3 Merrill.
As you can see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Fujifilm X100V to give extra detail due to its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X100V is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
Fujifilm X100V vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Fujifilm X100V Portrait photography features
Sigma DP3 Merrill Portrait photography features
focusing manually
amazing megapixels (26MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
offers face detection focus
supports RAW files
has manual focus
resolution is good (15 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
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Fujifilm X100V Street photography features
Sigma DP3 Merrill Street photography features
screen tilts
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
includes focus via touch
weather proofing
no image stabilization
more heavy than average in class (478g)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
no moving screen
no image stabilization
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Fujifilm X100V as a Sports photography camera
Sigma DP3 Merrill as a Sports photography camera
quiet shutter (1/32,000 seconds)
amazing megapixels (26 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
offers tracking autofocus
weather proofing
good battery pack (420 shots)
has phase detect auto focus
focal length is fixed (35mm)
no image stabilization
resolution is good (15MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
focal length is fixed (75mm)
very slow continuous shooting (4.0 fps)
no image stabilization
has no phase detect AF
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Fujifilm X100V Travel photography advice
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good battery pack (420 CIPA)
weather proofing
supports bluetooth
includes focus via touch
amazing megapixels (26MP)
built-in flash
very good maximum aperture (f2.0)
more heavy than average in class (478 grams)
does not feature selfie friendly display
resolution is good (15MP)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
does not have selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Fujifilm X100V Landscape photography advice
Sigma DP3 Merrill Landscape photography advice
focusing manually
very good maximum aperture (f2.0)
good sized screen (3 inches)
amazing megapixels (26MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
no anti-alias filter
supports RAW files
weather proofing
good battery pack (420 per charge)
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (35mm)
no image stabilization
has manual focus
screen size is good (3 inches)
resolution is good (15MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (75mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
no image stabilization
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
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Fujifilm X100V Vlogging features
Sigma DP3 Merrill Vlogging features
very good maximum aperture (f2.0)
touchscreen enabled
offers face detection focus
high quality video (4096 x 2160 pxls)
has external microphone port
does not feature selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
more heavy than average in class (478 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
does not have selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 resolution)
doesn't have external mic port
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Fujifilm X100V vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Specifications
| Fujifilm X100V | Sigma DP3 Merrill | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | FujiFilm | Sigma |
| Model type | Fujifilm X100V | Sigma DP3 Merrill |
| Type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2020-02-04 | 2013-01-08 |
| Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | X-Processor Pro 4 | Dual TRUE II engine |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 24 x 16mm |
| Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 384.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 26 megapixel | 15 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Highest Possible resolution | 6240 x 4160 | 4704 x 3136 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
| Min native ISO | 160 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Min enhanced ISO | 80 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Total focus points | 425 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 35mm (1x) | 75mm (1x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.0 | f/2.8 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 1,620k dot | 920k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic and Optical (tunnel) | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.52x | - |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 secs | - |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | - |
| Max quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
| Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | Auto, Standard, Slow Sync, Manual, Commander, off | no built-in flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 640 x 480 |
| Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | 640x480 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 478g (1.05 lbs) | 330g (0.73 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 128 x 75 x 53mm (5.0" x 3.0" 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 | 420 pictures | - |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | NP-W126S | - |
| Self timer | Yes | - |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | - |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Price at release | $1,399 | $1,353 |