Samsung GX-1S vs Sigma SD1 Merrill

Its time to look a little more closely at the Samsung GX-1S vs Sigma SD1 Merrill, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Samsung and Sigma. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the GX-1S (6MP) and SD1 Merrill (15MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The GX-1S was launched 7 years earlier than the SD1 Merrill and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the GX-1S grades vs the SD1 Merrill in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung GX-1S and Sigma SD1 Merrill. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-1S Gallery and Sigma SD1 Merrill Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung GX-1S provides outside measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs) while the Sigma SD1 Merrill has measurements of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") with a weight of 790 grams (1.74 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung GX-1S vs Sigma SD1 Merrill in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the GX-1S and the SD1 Merrill.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the GX-1S and SD1 Merrill is 68 and 57 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the GX-1S and SD1 Merrill.

Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sigma SD1 Merrill to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older GX-1S is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.