Ricoh CX1 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill

Below, we are matching up the Ricoh CX1 versus Sigma DP2 Merrill, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Sigma. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the CX1 (9MP) and DP2 Merrill (15MP) and the CX1 (1/2.3") and DP2 Merrill (APS-C) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The CX1 was revealed 4 years earlier than the DP2 Merrill which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh CX1 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the CX1 matches up against the DP2 Merrill in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX1 & Sigma DP2 Merrill. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX1 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX1 provides physical measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 Merrill has measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the CX1 and the DP2 Merrill.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CX1 and DP2 Merrill is 93 and 83 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions just by going through technical specs. The image below should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the CX1 and DP2 Merrill.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The CX1 with its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Sigma DP2 Merrill will provide more detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged CX1 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.