Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill

On this page, we are evaluating the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus Sigma DP3 Merrill, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sigma. The resolution of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the DP3 Merrill (15MP) is fairly well matched but the Galaxy Camera 2 (1/2.3") and DP3 Merrill (APS-C) have different sensor sizing.

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The Galaxy Camera 2 was brought out 12 months after the DP3 Merrill so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP3 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Galaxy Camera 2 grades against the DP3 Merrill in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sigma DP3 Merrill. The entire galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery and Sigma DP3 Merrill Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 comes with outer measurements of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sigma DP3 Merrill has measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Compare the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus Sigma DP3 Merrill in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 against the DP3 Merrill.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy Camera 2 and DP3 Merrill is 90 and 83 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions only by looking at a spec sheet. The image below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy Camera 2 and DP3 Merrill.

As you can see, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Galaxy Camera 2 because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 will resolve more detail having its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The more recent Galaxy Camera 2 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.