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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma DP1 Merrill

Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
44
Overall
41
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G front
 
Sigma DP1 Merrill front
Portability
82
Imaging
56
Features
30
Overall
45

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Key Specs

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-481mm (F) lens
  • 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
  • Introduced August 2012
Sigma DP1 Merrill
(Full Review)
  • 15MP - APS-C Sensor
  • " Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • 640 x 480 video
  • ()mm (F2.8) lens
  • 330g - 122 x 67 x 64mm
  • Released February 2012
  • Successor is Sigma DP2 Merrill
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Overview

The following is a comprehensive overview of the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G versus Sigma DP1 Merrill, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Samsung and Sigma. The resolution of the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and the DP1 Merrill (15MP) is pretty similar but the Galaxy Camera 4G (1/2.3") and DP1 Merrill (APS-C) offer different sensor size.

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The Galaxy Camera 4G was launched 7 months after the DP1 Merrill which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Galaxy Camera 4G grades against the DP1 Merrill when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Sigma DP1 Merrill

 Galaxy Camera 4G DP1 Merrill 
ReleasedAugust 2012February 2012Newer by 7 months
Screen dimensions4.8""Bigger screen (+4.8")
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Sigma DP1 Merrill over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

 DP1 Merrill Galaxy Camera 4G 
Manually focus More precise focusing
Screen resolution920k0kSharper screen (+920k dot)

Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sigma DP1 Merrill

 Galaxy Camera 4G DP1 Merrill 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Physical Comparison

If you're planning to travel with your camera, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G features exterior measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1 Merrill has sizing of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the Galaxy Camera 4G and the DP1 Merrill.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma DP1 Merrill size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 4G and DP1 Merrill is 90 and 82 respectively.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma DP1 Merrill top view buttons comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Sensor Comparison

Typically, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reviewing a spec sheet. The image below should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy Camera 4G and DP1 Merrill.

Clearly, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Galaxy Camera 4G because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G will deliver more detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher Galaxy Camera 4G provides an edge in sensor tech.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma DP1 Merrill sensor size comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Portrait photography advice
Sigma DP1 Merrill Portrait photography advice
30
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
73
focusing manually
decent sensor resolution (15 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Street photography details
Sigma DP1 Merrill Street photography details
61
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (305g)
no moving screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
64
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sports photography highlights
Sigma DP1 Merrill Sports photography highlights
44
amazing zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16MP)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
48
decent sensor resolution (15MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
can't change focal length (()mm)
does not have image stabilization
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Travel photography information
Sigma DP1 Merrill Travel photography information
72
lighter than competitors (305g)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
really wide (23mm)
great zoom (481mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
54
decent sensor resolution (15 megapixels)
does not have Timelapse function
does not posses selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Landscape photography factors
Sigma DP1 Merrill Landscape photography factors
47
really wide (23mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
big screen (4.8 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
no manual mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
does not have Time Lapse function
50
focusing manually
decent sensor resolution (15 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is small ( inch)
does not have image stabilization
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Vlogging details
Sigma DP1 Merrill Vlogging details
36
really wide (23mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
touchscreen functionality
image stabilization (Optical)
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competitors (305 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have external mic socket
22
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 pxls)
does not have microphone support
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sigma DP1 Merrill
 Samsung Galaxy Camera 4GSigma DP1 Merrill
General Information
Company Samsung Sigma
Model type Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sigma DP1 Merrill
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Large Sensor Compact
Introduced 2012-08-29 2012-02-08
Physical type Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip 1.4GHz Quad-Core Dual TRUE II engine
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 24 x 16mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 384.0mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 15 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Peak resolution - 4704 x 3136
Highest native ISO 3200 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 23-481mm (20.9x) ()
Highest aperture - f/2.8
Crop factor 5.8 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 4.8 inch -
Screen resolution 0 thousand dots 920 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen tech 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash options no built-in flash no built-in flash
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 640 x 480
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 640x480
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 305g (0.67 lb) 330g (0.73 lb)
Physical dimensions 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") 122 x 67 x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Time lapse recording
Storage type micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC -
Card slots 1 1
Launch pricing $550 $1,250