Samsung NX100 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Samsung NX100 versus Sigma DP3 Merrill, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sigma. The resolution of the NX100 (15MP) and the DP3 Merrill (15MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The NX100 was launched 3 years prior to the DP3 Merrill and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP3 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the NX100 matches up versus the DP3 Merrill when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX100 & Sigma DP3 Merrill. The complete galleries are available at Samsung NX100 Gallery & Sigma DP3 Merrill Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung NX100 has exterior measurements of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP3 Merrill has sizing of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the NX100 compared to the DP3 Merrill.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX100 and DP3 Merrill is 88 and 83 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor measurements only by reading through technical specs. The photograph below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the NX100 and DP3 Merrill.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs though you will want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The older NX100 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.