Panasonic TS6 vs Sigma DP1 Merrill

Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic TS6 vs Sigma DP1 Merrill, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the TS6 (16MP) and the DP1 Merrill (15MP) is relatively well matched but the TS6 (1/2.3") and DP1 Merrill (APS-C) offer different sensor measurements.

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The TS6 was announced 2 years later than the DP1 Merrill and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the TS6 matches up vs the DP1 Merrill when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 & Sigma DP1 Merrill. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic TS6 Gallery & Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic TS6 provides exterior dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Sigma DP1 Merrill has specifications of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the TS6 versus the DP1 Merrill.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS6 and DP1 Merrill is 91 and 82 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS6 and DP1 Merrill.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The TS6 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Panasonic TS6 will give you more detail with its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher TS6 should have an advantage in sensor tech.