Fujifilm XF10 vs Sigma DP1 Merrill

On this page, we are contrasting the Fujifilm XF10 vs Sigma DP1 Merrill, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sigma. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm XF10 (24MP) and DP1 Merrill (15MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm XF10 was introduced 6 years after the DP1 Merrill which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the Fujifilm XF10 matches up vs the DP1 Merrill for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm XF10 and Sigma DP1 Merrill. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XF10 Gallery and Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XF10 has got physical measurements of 113mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 279 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Sigma DP1 Merrill has measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm XF10 vs Sigma DP1 Merrill in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm XF10 compared to the DP1 Merrill.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XF10 and DP1 Merrill is 88 and 82 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XF10 and DP1 Merrill.

Clearly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Fujifilm XF10 to deliver extra detail using its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XF10 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.