Samsung NX1 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill

On this page, we are reviewing the Samsung NX1 and Sigma DP3 Merrill, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the NX1 (28MP) and DP3 Merrill (15MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The NX1 was released 21 months after the DP3 Merrill making them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP3 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the NX1 scores versus the DP3 Merrill when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX1 and Sigma DP3 Merrill. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung NX1 Gallery and Sigma DP3 Merrill Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX1 comes with external measurements of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") and a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) while the Sigma DP3 Merrill has measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") along with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Examine the Samsung NX1 and Sigma DP3 Merrill in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the NX1 against the DP3 Merrill.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX1 and DP3 Merrill is 66 and 83 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions just by researching specifications. The image here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the NX1 and DP3 Merrill.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung NX1 to result in more detail as a result of its extra 13MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images more aggressively. The younger NX1 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.