Fujifilm XF10 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill

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.

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.

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.

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.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XF10 and DP3 Merrill is 88 and 83 respectively.

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.