Samsung NX10 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill

The following is a extended assessment of the Samsung NX10 and Sigma DP2 Merrill, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sigma. The resolution of the NX10 (15MP) and the DP2 Merrill (15MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The NX10 was released 22 months earlier than the DP2 Merrill which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the NX10 grades versus the DP2 Merrill with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX10 & Sigma DP2 Merrill. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX10 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung NX10 provides outside measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Sigma DP2 Merrill has specifications of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Examine the Samsung NX10 and Sigma DP2 Merrill in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the NX10 against the DP2 Merrill.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX10 and DP2 Merrill is 80 and 83 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the NX10 and DP2 Merrill.

Clearly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of images though you may want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged NX10 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.