Fujifilm XQ1 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Fujifilm XQ1 versus Sigma DP2 Merrill, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Sigma. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XQ1 (12MP) and the DP2 Merrill (15MP) is very close but the Fujifilm XQ1 (2/3") and DP2 Merrill (APS-C) use different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm XQ1 was unveiled 22 months after the DP2 Merrill making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm XQ1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP2 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm XQ1 scores versus the DP2 Merrill in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm XQ1 and Sigma DP2 Merrill. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm XQ1 Gallery and Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm XQ1 offers outside measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sigma DP2 Merrill has specifications of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm XQ1 versus Sigma DP2 Merrill in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm XQ1 and the DP2 Merrill.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XQ1 and DP2 Merrill is 92 and 83 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes simply by looking through a spec sheet. The pic below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XQ1 and DP2 Merrill.

Clearly, both the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm XQ1 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sigma DP2 Merrill will result in extra detail having an extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XQ1 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.