Leica Q3 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill

The following is a extended overview of the Leica Q3 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Leica and Sigma. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the Q3 (60MP) and DP2 Merrill (15MP) and the Q3 (Full frame) and DP2 Merrill (APS-C) have totally different sensor size.

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The Q3 was released 11 years after the DP2 Merrill which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Q3 grades versus the DP2 Merrill in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica Q3 and Sigma DP2 Merrill. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica Q3 Gallery and Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Leica Q3 offers external measurements of 130mm x 80mm x 93mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 743 grams (1.64 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 Merrill has sizing of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Compare the Leica Q3 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the Q3 and the DP2 Merrill.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Q3 and DP2 Merrill is 60 and 83 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing technical specs. The pic below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Q3 and DP2 Merrill.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Q3 because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Leica Q3 will offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 45MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher Q3 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.