Panasonic LX10 vs Sigma DP1 Merrill

Here, we are evaluating the Panasonic LX10 and Sigma DP1 Merrill, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Sigma. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the LX10 (20MP) and DP1 Merrill (15MP) and the LX10 (1") and DP1 Merrill (APS-C) boast different sensor size.

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The LX10 was revealed 4 years later than the DP1 Merrill and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the LX10 matches up against the DP1 Merrill in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 & Sigma DP1 Merrill. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic LX10 Gallery & Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic LX10 offers external dimensions of 106mm x 60mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") having a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Sigma DP1 Merrill has specifications of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the LX10 versus the DP1 Merrill.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the LX10 and DP1 Merrill is 88 and 82 respectively.

Generally, its tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements just by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the LX10 and DP1 Merrill.

As you can tell, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The LX10 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Panasonic LX10 will offer greater detail because of its extra 5MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent LX10 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.