Ricoh GR II vs Sigma DP1 Merrill
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Ricoh GR II vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Key Specs
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- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F2.8-16.0) lens
- 251g - 117 x 63 x 35mm
- Revealed June 2015
- Superseded the Ricoh GR
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- " Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F2.8) lens
- 330g - 122 x 67 x 64mm
- Introduced February 2012
- Refreshed by Sigma DP2 Merrill
Ricoh GR II vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Overview
Here is a extensive overview of the Ricoh GR II and Sigma DP1 Merrill, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Ricoh and Sigma. The image resolution of the GR II (16MP) and the DP1 Merrill (15MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (APS-C).
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe GR II was unveiled 3 years later than the DP1 Merrill and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the GR II scores versus the DP1 Merrill in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Ricoh GR II vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh GR II & Sigma DP1 Merrill. The full galleries are available at Ricoh GR II Gallery & Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GR II over the Sigma DP1 Merrill
GR II | DP1 Merrill | |||
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Introduced | June 2015 | February 2012 | Fresher by 41 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | " | Larger display (+3") | |
Display resolution | 1230k | 920k | Sharper display (+310k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1 Merrill over the Ricoh GR II
DP1 Merrill | GR II |
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Common features in the Ricoh GR II and Sigma DP1 Merrill
GR II | DP1 Merrill | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Ricoh GR II vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh GR II enjoys outer measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1 Merrill has proportions of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).
Compare the Ricoh GR II and Sigma DP1 Merrill in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the GR II vs the DP1 Merrill.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the GR II and DP1 Merrill is 89 and 82 respectively.
Ricoh GR II vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over specs. The graphic here will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the GR II and DP1 Merrill.
As you can plainly see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Ricoh GR II to offer you greater detail having an extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The younger GR II should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
Ricoh GR II vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Screen and ViewFinder
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Ricoh GR II vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Specifications
Ricoh GR II | Sigma DP1 Merrill | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Sigma |
Model type | Ricoh GR II | Sigma DP1 Merrill |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2015-06-17 | 2012-02-08 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | GR Engine V | Dual TRUE II engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 24 x 16mm |
Sensor area | 372.1mm² | 384.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 15MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4704 x 3136 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28mm (1x) | () |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-16.0 | f/2.8 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | - |
Resolution of screen | 1,230k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 300 seconds | - |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m (at Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, Flash On, Flash Synchro., Manual Flash, Red-Eye Flash Auto, Red-Eye Flash On, Red-Eye Flash Synchro, Wireless | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p, 24p) | 640 x 480 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 251 grams (0.55 pounds) | 330 grams (0.73 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 63 x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") | 122 x 67 x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 80 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1078 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 320 images | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | DB-65 | - |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $599 | $1,250 |