Panasonic FP2 vs Sigma DP1 Merrill

Following is a extensive comparison of the Panasonic FP2 versus Sigma DP1 Merrill, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sigma. The resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the DP1 Merrill (15MP) is relatively comparable but the FP2 (1/2.3") and DP1 Merrill (APS-C) posses different sensor sizing.

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The FP2 was unveiled 3 years prior to the DP1 Merrill which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP1 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the FP2 grades versus the DP1 Merrill in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 and Sigma DP1 Merrill. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FP2 Gallery and Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP2 enjoys physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1 Merrill has sizing of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FP2 versus Sigma DP1 Merrill in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the FP2 against the DP1 Merrill.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FP2 and DP1 Merrill is 95 and 82 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes purely by checking out specs. The image here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP2 and DP1 Merrill.

All in all, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FP2 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Sigma DP1 Merrill will provide greater detail having an extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged FP2 will be behind in sensor innovation.