Fujifilm X70 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill

Lets take a deeper look at the Fujifilm X70 versus Sigma DP2 Merrill, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Sigma. The resolution of the Fujifilm X70 (16MP) and the DP2 Merrill (15MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X70 was unveiled 3 years later than the DP2 Merrill and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm X70 matches up against the DP2 Merrill in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X70 and Sigma DP2 Merrill. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X70 Gallery and Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm X70 has outside measurements of 113mm x 64mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) and the Sigma DP2 Merrill has specifications of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X70 versus Sigma DP2 Merrill in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X70 vs the DP2 Merrill.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X70 and DP2 Merrill is 86 and 83 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by going through specs. The photograph underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X70 and DP2 Merrill.

All in all, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Fujifilm X70 to show extra detail having an extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X70 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.