Samsung TL205 vs Sigma DP1 Merrill

On this page, we will be looking at the Samsung TL205 versus Sigma DP1 Merrill, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sigma. The image resolution of the TL205 (12MP) and the DP1 Merrill (15MP) is relatively close but the TL205 (1/2.3") and DP1 Merrill (APS-C) provide different sensor sizes.

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The TL205 was released 3 years prior to the DP1 Merrill which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP1 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the TL205 grades against the DP1 Merrill with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung TL205 and Sigma DP1 Merrill. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung TL205 Gallery and Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung TL205 offers external dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1 Merrill has specifications of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") along with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Examine the Samsung TL205 versus Sigma DP1 Merrill in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the TL205 vs the DP1 Merrill.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TL205 and DP1 Merrill is 94 and 82 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes merely by researching specs. The image underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the TL205 and DP1 Merrill.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The TL205 because of its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sigma DP1 Merrill will result in extra detail as a result of its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged TL205 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.