Ricoh GR vs Sigma DP1 Merrill

Here, we will be matching up the Ricoh GR versus Sigma DP1 Merrill, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Ricoh and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the GR (16MP) and the DP1 Merrill (15MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The GR was released 15 months after the DP1 Merrill which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the GR scores versus the DP1 Merrill in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GR and Sigma DP1 Merrill. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh GR Gallery and Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Ricoh GR comes with physical measurements of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1 Merrill has proportions of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh GR versus Sigma DP1 Merrill in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the GR compared to the DP1 Merrill.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GR and DP1 Merrill is 90 and 82 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes purely by viewing specs. The pic underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the GR and DP1 Merrill.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Ricoh GR to render more detail as a result of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The newer GR should have an edge in sensor tech.