Samsung TL225 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill

Here, we are contrasting the Samsung TL225 and Sigma DP2 Merrill, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. The resolution of the TL225 (12MP) and the DP2 Merrill (15MP) is fairly well matched but the TL225 (1/2.3") and DP2 Merrill (APS-C) posses different sensor sizing.

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The TL225 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the DP2 Merrill and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung TL225 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP2 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the TL225 matches up vs the DP2 Merrill in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung TL225 and Sigma DP2 Merrill. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung TL225 Gallery and Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung TL225 offers outer measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 Merrill has proportions of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

See the Samsung TL225 and Sigma DP2 Merrill in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the TL225 and the DP2 Merrill.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TL225 and DP2 Merrill is 94 and 83 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through technical specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TL225 and DP2 Merrill.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TL225 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Sigma DP2 Merrill will resolve more detail having an extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older TL225 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.