Nikon A vs Sigma DP1 Merrill
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Nikon A vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Boost to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F2.8) lens
- 299g - 111 x 64 x 40mm
- Launched June 2013
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- " Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F2.8) lens
- 330g - 122 x 67 x 64mm
- Released February 2012
- Successor is Sigma DP2 Merrill
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Following is a extensive assessment of the Nikon A and Sigma DP1 Merrill, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sigma. The image resolution of the A (16MP) and the DP1 Merrill (15MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe A was introduced 17 months after the DP1 Merrill making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the A scores versus the DP1 Merrill when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix A & Sigma DP1 Merrill. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon A Gallery & Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A over the Sigma DP1 Merrill
| A | DP1 Merrill | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | June 2013 |  | February 2012 | More modern by 17 months |
| Display size | 3" |  | " | Larger display (+3") |
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 920k | Sharper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1 Merrill over the Nikon A
| DP1 Merrill | A |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon A and Sigma DP1 Merrill
| A | DP1 Merrill | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial accurate focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Nikon A vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon A enjoys external dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 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).
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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the A and the DP1 Merrill.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the A and DP1 Merrill is 88 and 82 respectively.
Nikon A vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Sensor Comparison
Generally, its difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading specs. The picture underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the A and DP1 Merrill.
All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon A to offer you more detail using its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger A should have a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Nikon A vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix A | Sigma DP1 Merrill | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Nikon | Sigma |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix A | Sigma DP1 Merrill |
| Type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2013-06-06 | 2012-02-08 |
| Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Dual TRUE II engine |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 24 x 16mm |
| Sensor surface area | 370.5mm² | 384.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 15 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Maximum resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4704 x 3136 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28mm (1x) | () |
| Highest aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3" | - |
| Resolution of display | 921 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display technology | TFT LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (optional) | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | - |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | - |
| Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 11.50 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | no built-in flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash sync | 1/2000 secs | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps) | 640 x 480 |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Optional | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 299 grams (0.66 lbs) | 330 grams (0.73 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 111 x 64 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 122 x 67 x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | 80 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 23.4 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.8 | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | 1164 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 230 pictures | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | EN-EL20 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | - |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at launch | $778 | $1,250 |
