Samsung TL320 vs Sigma DP1 Merrill

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Samsung TL320 and Sigma DP1 Merrill, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the TL320 (12MP) and the DP1 Merrill (15MP) is relatively comparable but the TL320 (1/2.3") and DP1 Merrill (APS-C) posses different sensor measurements.

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The TL320 was launched 3 years prior to the DP1 Merrill which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung TL320 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP1 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the TL320 grades vs the DP1 Merrill with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung TL320 & Sigma DP1 Merrill. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung TL320 Gallery & Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung TL320 enjoys exterior dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1 Merrill has dimensions of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung TL320 and Sigma DP1 Merrill in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the TL320 against the DP1 Merrill.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the TL320 and DP1 Merrill is 98 and 82 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through technical specs. The picture below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the TL320 and DP1 Merrill.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The TL320 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Sigma DP1 Merrill will show more detail utilizing its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged TL320 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.