Samsung NX100 vs Sigma DP1 Merrill
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Samsung NX100 vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 282g - 120 x 71 x 35mm
- Introduced September 2010
- Updated by Samsung NX200
(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

Samsung NX100 vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Overview
Let's look closer at the Samsung NX100 and Sigma DP1 Merrill, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sigma. The image resolution of the NX100 (15MP) and the DP1 Merrill (15MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (APS-C).

The NX100 was brought out 17 months before the DP1 Merrill which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP1 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the NX100 matches up against the DP1 Merrill with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung NX100 vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX100 & Sigma DP1 Merrill. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung NX100 Gallery & Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX100 over the Sigma DP1 Merrill
NX100 | DP1 Merrill | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | " | Bigger screen (+3") |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1 Merrill over the Samsung NX100
DP1 Merrill | NX100 | |||
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Released | February 2012 | ![]() | September 2010 | More modern by 17 months |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 614k | Crisper screen (+306k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung NX100 and Sigma DP1 Merrill
NX100 | DP1 Merrill | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Samsung NX100 vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX100 has got physical measurements of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sigma DP1 Merrill has dimensions of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).
Check the Samsung NX100 and Sigma DP1 Merrill in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the NX100 versus the DP1 Merrill.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the NX100 and DP1 Merrill is 88 and 82 respectively.

Samsung NX100 vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by viewing a spec sheet. The image below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the NX100 and DP1 Merrill.
Clearly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP so you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you need to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged NX100 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Samsung NX100 vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung NX100 vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Specifications
Samsung NX100 | Sigma DP1 Merrill | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sigma |
Model | Samsung NX100 | Sigma DP1 Merrill |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-09-14 | 2012-02-08 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DRIMe Engine | Dual TRUE II engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 24 x 16mm |
Sensor surface area | 365.0mm² | 384.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15 megapixel | 15 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 4704 x 3136 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 15 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | () |
Max aperture | - | f/2.8 |
Total lenses | 32 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | - |
Screen resolution | 614 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | VGA AMOLED | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | - |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 282g (0.62 lbs) | 330g (0.73 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 71 x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") | 122 x 67 x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 62 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 563 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 420 photographs | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BP1130 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | - |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $386 | $1,250 |