Pentax K-01 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill

Here, we are reviewing the Pentax K-01 and Sigma DP2 Merrill, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Pentax and Sigma. The image resolution of the K-01 (16MP) and the DP2 Merrill (15MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The K-01 was manufactured 4 months later than the DP2 Merrill which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the K-01 grades versus the DP2 Merrill for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-01 & Sigma DP2 Merrill. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax K-01 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you need to think about its weight and size. The Pentax K-01 comes with outer dimensions of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") with a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs) and the Sigma DP2 Merrill has specifications of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the K-01 versus the DP2 Merrill.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K-01 and DP2 Merrill is 76 and 83 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at technical specs. The photograph below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-01 and DP2 Merrill.

As you have seen, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Pentax K-01 to resolve more detail due to its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively.