Leica X1 vs Sigma DP1 Merrill

Its time to look much closer at the Leica X1 vs Sigma DP1 Merrill, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Leica and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the X1 (12MP) and the DP1 Merrill (15MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The X1 was manufactured 3 years prior to the DP1 Merrill which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the X1 scores versus the DP1 Merrill with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica X1 & Sigma DP1 Merrill. The entire galleries are available at Leica X1 Gallery & Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Leica X1 offers outer dimensions of 124mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Sigma DP1 Merrill has sizing of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica X1 vs Sigma DP1 Merrill in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the X1 compared to the DP1 Merrill.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X1 and DP1 Merrill is 89 and 82 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching technical specs. The image below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the X1 and DP1 Merrill.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Sigma DP1 Merrill to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged X1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.