Leica X Vario vs Sigma DP3 Merrill

In this article, we are contrasting the Leica X Vario versus Sigma DP3 Merrill, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Leica and Sigma. The resolution of the X Vario (16MP) and the DP3 Merrill (15MP) is very close and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The X Vario was unveiled 6 months later than the DP3 Merrill so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the X Vario matches up against the DP3 Merrill in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica X Vario and Sigma DP3 Merrill. The full galleries are provided at Leica X Vario Gallery and Sigma DP3 Merrill Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Leica X Vario has got outer measurements of 133mm x 73mm x 95mm (5.2" x 2.9" x 3.7") with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) and the Sigma DP3 Merrill has dimensions of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Examine the Leica X Vario versus Sigma DP3 Merrill in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the X Vario against the DP3 Merrill.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X Vario and DP3 Merrill is 62 and 83 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements simply by looking through technical specs. The visual underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the X Vario and DP3 Merrill.

As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Leica X Vario to render extra detail having an extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively.