Samsung GX-20 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill

In this write-up, we are looking at the Samsung GX-20 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sigma. The resolution of the GX-20 (15MP) and the DP2 Merrill (15MP) is fairly similar and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

Photography Glossary

The GX-20 was released 5 years prior to the DP2 Merrill which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sigma DP2 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the GX-20 grades against the DP2 Merrill when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung GX-20 & Sigma DP2 Merrill. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung GX-20 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung GX-20 has got outer dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 Merrill has measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Compare the Samsung GX-20 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the GX-20 vs the DP2 Merrill.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX-20 and DP2 Merrill is 58 and 83 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions simply by going over a spec sheet. The image below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GX-20 and DP2 Merrill.

Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of files though you have to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged GX-20 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.