Samsung NX11 vs Sigma DP1 Merrill

In this article, we are reviewing the Samsung NX11 vs Sigma DP1 Merrill, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sigma. The image resolution of the NX11 (15MP) and the DP1 Merrill (15MP) is very comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

Photography Glossary

The NX11 was brought out 13 months earlier than the DP1 Merrill making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP1 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the NX11 grades vs the DP1 Merrill for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX11 and Sigma DP1 Merrill. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung NX11 Gallery and Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung NX11 enjoys exterior measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Sigma DP1 Merrill has specifications of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung NX11 vs Sigma DP1 Merrill in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the NX11 against the DP1 Merrill.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX11 and DP1 Merrill is 80 and 82 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements purely by going through specs. The graphic underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the NX11 and DP1 Merrill.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photos however you may want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The older NX11 will be behind in sensor tech.