Leica X Vario vs Sigma DP1 Merrill

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Leica X Vario vs Sigma DP1 Merrill, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Leica and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the X Vario (16MP) and the DP1 Merrill (15MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The X Vario was announced 17 months after the DP1 Merrill which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the X Vario matches up vs the DP1 Merrill in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica X Vario and Sigma DP1 Merrill. The whole galleries are provided at Leica X Vario Gallery and Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Leica X Vario features outside measurements of 133mm x 73mm x 95mm (5.2" x 2.9" x 3.7") along with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) while the Sigma DP1 Merrill has proportions of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Analyze the Leica X Vario vs Sigma DP1 Merrill in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the X Vario vs the DP1 Merrill.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the X Vario and DP1 Merrill is 62 and 82 respectively.

Generally, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the X Vario and DP1 Merrill.

As you can see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Leica X Vario to resolve more detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger X Vario will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.