Nikon D7200 vs Sigma SD1 Merrill

Here is a extensive review of the Nikon D7200 and Sigma SD1 Merrill, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sigma. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the D7200 (24MP) and SD1 Merrill (15MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The D7200 was released 2 years later than the SD1 Merrill and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the D7200 grades vs the SD1 Merrill when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D7200 and Sigma SD1 Merrill. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon D7200 Gallery and Sigma SD1 Merrill Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and size. The Nikon D7200 has physical measurements of 136mm x 107mm x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") and a weight of 765 grams (1.69 lbs) while the Sigma SD1 Merrill has specifications of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 790 grams (1.74 lbs).

Check the Nikon D7200 and Sigma SD1 Merrill in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the D7200 and the SD1 Merrill.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the D7200 and SD1 Merrill is 59 and 57 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing just by looking at specifications. The visual here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the D7200 and SD1 Merrill.

Plainly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon D7200 to resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The fresher D7200 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.