Samsung NX1 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill

On this page, we will be matching up the Samsung NX1 versus Sigma DP2 Merrill, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the NX1 (28MP) and DP2 Merrill (15MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The NX1 was unveiled 2 years later than the DP2 Merrill and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise summary of how the NX1 matches up against the DP2 Merrill with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX1 and Sigma DP2 Merrill. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung NX1 Gallery and Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you have to consider its weight and size. The Samsung NX1 has got external dimensions of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 Merrill has specifications of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") along with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the NX1 compared to the DP2 Merrill.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the NX1 and DP2 Merrill is 66 and 83 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements just by seeing specifications. The graphic below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the NX1 and DP2 Merrill.

To sum up, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Samsung NX1 to produce extra detail having an extra 13 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The more recent NX1 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.