Pentax ist DS2 vs Sigma SD1 Merrill

The following is a complete analysis of the Pentax ist DS2 versus Sigma SD1 Merrill, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by brands Pentax and Sigma. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the ist DS2 (6MP) and SD1 Merrill (15MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The ist DS2 was announced 7 years before the SD1 Merrill which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the ist DS2 scores against the SD1 Merrill with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax ist DS2 & Sigma SD1 Merrill. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax ist DS2 Gallery & Sigma SD1 Merrill Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Pentax ist DS2 comes with external measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD1 Merrill has dimensions of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") along with a weight of 790 grams (1.74 lbs).

Examine the Pentax ist DS2 versus Sigma SD1 Merrill in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the ist DS2 vs the SD1 Merrill.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the ist DS2 and SD1 Merrill is 68 and 57 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by checking specifications. The image below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ist DS2 and SD1 Merrill.

To sum up, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Sigma SD1 Merrill to give you greater detail with its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged ist DS2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.