Samsung GX-1L vs Sigma DP2 Merrill
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Samsung GX-1L vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 570g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Revealed February 2006
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- 50mm (F2.8) lens
- 330g - 122 x 67 x 59mm
- Introduced February 2012
- Superseded the Sigma DP1 Merrill
- Renewed by Sigma DP3 Merrill
Samsung GX-1L vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Overview
Following is a extended review of the Samsung GX-1L vs Sigma DP2 Merrill, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sigma. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the GX-1L (6MP) and DP2 Merrill (15MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).
Photography GlossaryThe GX-1L was introduced 7 years prior to the DP2 Merrill which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sigma DP2 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the GX-1L scores versus the DP2 Merrill when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung GX-1L vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung GX-1L & Sigma DP2 Merrill. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-1L Gallery & Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1L over the Sigma DP2 Merrill
GX-1L | DP2 Merrill |
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Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 Merrill over the Samsung GX-1L
DP2 Merrill | GX-1L | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | February 2006 | More modern by 72 months | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 210k | Crisper display (+710k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung GX-1L and Sigma DP2 Merrill
GX-1L | DP2 Merrill | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Samsung GX-1L vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Samsung GX-1L offers outer measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 Merrill has specifications of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung GX-1L vs Sigma DP2 Merrill in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the GX-1L versus the DP2 Merrill.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX-1L and DP2 Merrill is 69 and 83 respectively.
Samsung GX-1L vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to see the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing specs. The image below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the GX-1L and DP2 Merrill.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sigma DP2 Merrill to show more detail using its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged GX-1L will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
Samsung GX-1L vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung GX-1L vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Specifications
Samsung GX-1L | Sigma DP2 Merrill | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sigma |
Model | Samsung GX-1L | Sigma DP2 Merrill |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2006-02-24 | 2012-02-08 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Dual TRUE II engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 24 x 16mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 384.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixels | 15 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 3008 x 2008 | 4704 x 3136 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 5 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Pentax KAF | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 50mm (1x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/2.8 |
Number of lenses | 151 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 210k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 96 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | - |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.50 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 640x480 |
Maximum video resolution | None | 640x480 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 570 gr (1.26 lb) | 330 gr (0.73 lb) |
Dimensions | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") | 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 | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/MMC card | - |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $0 | $931 |