Samsung TL240 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill

Lets look more closely at the Samsung TL240 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. The resolution of the TL240 (14MP) and the DP3 Merrill (15MP) is fairly well matched but the TL240 (1/2.3") and DP3 Merrill (APS-C) offer totally different sensor size.

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The TL240 was introduced 4 years earlier than the DP3 Merrill which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung TL240 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP3 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the TL240 scores vs the DP3 Merrill when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung TL240 and Sigma DP3 Merrill. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung TL240 Gallery and Sigma DP3 Merrill Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung TL240 features physical measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP3 Merrill has sizing of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Look at the Samsung TL240 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the TL240 vs the DP3 Merrill.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TL240 and DP3 Merrill is 95 and 83 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through a spec sheet. The image here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TL240 and DP3 Merrill.

As you can see, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The TL240 with its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh trickier and the Sigma DP3 Merrill will give you extra detail using its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged TL240 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.