Fujifilm X70 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill

Let's look closer at the Fujifilm X70 versus Sigma DP3 Merrill, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sigma. The resolution of the Fujifilm X70 (16MP) and the DP3 Merrill (15MP) is relatively close and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X70 was released 3 years after the DP3 Merrill which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm X70 matches up against the DP3 Merrill with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X70 and Sigma DP3 Merrill. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X70 Gallery and Sigma DP3 Merrill Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X70 has got physical dimensions of 113mm x 64mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Sigma DP3 Merrill has dimensions of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X70 versus Sigma DP3 Merrill in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X70 against the DP3 Merrill.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X70 and DP3 Merrill is 86 and 83 respectively.

Often, it is tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes just by researching specs. The picture here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X70 and DP3 Merrill.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Fujifilm X70 to render extra detail as a result of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X70 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.