Olympus VR-320 vs Sigma DP1 Merrill

Lets examine more closely at the Olympus VR-320 and Sigma DP1 Merrill, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Sigma. The image resolution of the VR-320 (14MP) and the DP1 Merrill (15MP) is pretty well matched but the VR-320 (1/2.3") and DP1 Merrill (APS-C) feature different sensor dimensions.

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The VR-320 was brought out 6 months prior to the DP1 Merrill so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus VR-320 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the VR-320 grades vs the DP1 Merrill with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VR-320 and Sigma DP1 Merrill. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus VR-320 Gallery and Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VR-320 has got external measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sigma DP1 Merrill has dimensions of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Examine the Olympus VR-320 and Sigma DP1 Merrill in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the VR-320 against the DP1 Merrill.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the VR-320 and DP1 Merrill is 94 and 82 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing only by looking at technical specs. The visual below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the VR-320 and DP1 Merrill.

As you have seen, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The VR-320 because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Sigma DP1 Merrill will resolve extra detail having its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively.