Fujifilm XF10 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill
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![Fujifilm XF10 front Fujifilm XF10 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-XF10/Fujifilm-XF10-front.jpg)
![Sigma DP3 Merrill front Sigma DP3 Merrill front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sigma-DP3-Merrill/Sigma-DP3-Merrill-front.jpg)
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Fujifilm XF10 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 28mm (F2.8) lens
- 279g - 113 x 64 x 41mm
- Announced July 2018
(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
- Launched January 2013
- Replaced the Sigma DP2 Merrill
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Fujifilm XF10 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm XF10 versus Sigma DP3 Merrill, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sigma. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm XF10 (24MP) and DP3 Merrill (15MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (APS-C).
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The Fujifilm XF10 was revealed 5 years later than the DP3 Merrill and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).
Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm XF10 scores against the DP3 Merrill in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Fujifilm XF10 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm XF10 and Sigma DP3 Merrill. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XF10 Gallery and Sigma DP3 Merrill Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XF10 over the Sigma DP3 Merrill
Fujifilm XF10 | DP3 Merrill | |||
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Launched | July 2018 | ![]() | January 2013 | More recent by 68 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 920k | Clearer screen (+120k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP3 Merrill over the Fujifilm XF10
DP3 Merrill | Fujifilm XF10 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm XF10 and Sigma DP3 Merrill
Fujifilm XF10 | DP3 Merrill | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Fujifilm XF10 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XF10 offers external measurements of 113mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 279 grams (0.62 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).
Analyze the Fujifilm XF10 versus Sigma DP3 Merrill in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm XF10 vs the DP3 Merrill.
![Fujifilm XF10 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill size comparison Fujifilm XF10 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-XF10-vs-Sigma-DP3-Merrill-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XF10 and DP3 Merrill is 88 and 83 respectively.
![Fujifilm XF10 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill top view buttons comparison Fujifilm XF10 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-XF10-vs-Sigma-DP3-Merrill-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm XF10 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements only by checking out technical specs. The photograph here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XF10 and DP3 Merrill.
As you have seen, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Fujifilm XF10 to provide extra detail because of its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm XF10 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
![Fujifilm XF10 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill sensor size comparison Fujifilm XF10 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-XF10-vs-Sigma-DP3-Merrill-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm XF10 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm XF10 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm XF10 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-XF10-vs-Sigma-DP3-Merrill-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Fujifilm XF10 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Specifications
Fujifilm XF10 | Sigma DP3 Merrill | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Sigma |
Model | Fujifilm XF10 | Sigma DP3 Merrill |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2018-07-19 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Dual TRUE II engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 24 x 16mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 384.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 15MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4704 x 3136 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 91 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28mm (1x) | 75mm (1x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | - |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.30 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro, Rear-curtain Synchro, Commander | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 15p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 640 x 480 |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 279 gr (0.62 lb) | 330 gr (0.73 lb) |
Dimensions | 113 x 64 x 41mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 122 x 67 x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 images | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | - |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $500 | $1,353 |