Ricoh CX1 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill
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Ricoh CX1 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-200mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 180g - 102 x 58 x 28mm
- Launched February 2009
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- 75mm (F2.8) lens
- 330g - 122 x 67 x 59mm
- Introduced January 2013
- Earlier Model is Sigma DP2 Merrill
Ricoh CX1 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Overview
Below is a extensive comparison of the Ricoh CX1 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Ricoh and Sigma. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the CX1 (9MP) and DP3 Merrill (15MP) and the CX1 (1/2.3") and DP3 Merrill (APS-C) enjoy different sensor size.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe CX1 was launched 4 years before the DP3 Merrill and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh CX1 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP3 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the CX1 scores versus the DP3 Merrill in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Ricoh CX1 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX1 & Sigma DP3 Merrill. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX1 Gallery & Sigma DP3 Merrill Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX1 over the Sigma DP3 Merrill
CX1 | DP3 Merrill |
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Reasons to pick Sigma DP3 Merrill over the Ricoh CX1
DP3 Merrill | CX1 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | February 2009 | More recent by 47 months |
Common features in the Ricoh CX1 and Sigma DP3 Merrill
CX1 | DP3 Merrill | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen size | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 920k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither provides Touch screen |
Ricoh CX1 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX1 provides exterior dimensions 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 DP3 Merrill has proportions of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).
Take a look at the Ricoh CX1 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the CX1 and the DP3 Merrill.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the CX1 and DP3 Merrill is 93 and 83 respectively.
Ricoh CX1 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements simply by looking through technical specs. The photograph here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX1 and DP3 Merrill.
As you can tell, both of those cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The CX1 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Sigma DP3 Merrill will render greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older CX1 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Ricoh CX1 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Specifications
Ricoh CX1 | Sigma DP3 Merrill | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Sigma |
Model | Ricoh CX1 | Sigma DP3 Merrill |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-02-19 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | Dual TRUE II engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 24 x 16mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 384.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 9 megapixels | 15 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4704 x 3136 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-200mm (7.1x) | 75mm (1x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.2 | f/2.8 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 920k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 4.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 180g (0.40 lbs) | 330g (0.73 lbs) |
Dimensions | 102 x 58 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 122 x 67 x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | DB-70 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | - |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $299 | $1,353 |