Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sigma DP1x
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Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sigma DP1x Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- " Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F2.8) lens
- 330g - 122 x 67 x 64mm
- Launched February 2012
- Successor is Sigma DP2 Merrill
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 28mm (F4.0) lens
- 250g - 113 x 60 x 50mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Previous Model is Sigma DP1s
Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sigma DP1x Overview
Let's look a bit more closely at the Sigma DP1 Merrill versus Sigma DP1x, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are sold by Sigma. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the DP1 Merrill (15MP) and DP1x (5MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe DP1 Merrill was manufactured 24 months after the DP1x which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).
Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the DP1 Merrill grades vs the DP1x with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sigma DP1x Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP1 Merrill and Sigma DP1x. The entire galleries are viewable at Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery and Sigma DP1x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1 Merrill over the Sigma DP1x
DP1 Merrill | DP1x | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | February 2010 | Newer by 24 months | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1x over the Sigma DP1 Merrill
DP1x | DP1 Merrill | |||
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Screen dimension | 2.5" | " | Bigger screen (+2.5") |
Common features in the Sigma DP1 Merrill and Sigma DP1x
DP1 Merrill | DP1x | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sigma DP1x Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Sigma DP1 Merrill provides exterior measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") along with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Sigma DP1x has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
See the Sigma DP1 Merrill versus Sigma DP1x in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the DP1 Merrill against the DP1x.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the DP1 Merrill and DP1x is 82 and 88 respectively.
Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sigma DP1x Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions simply by going over specifications. The image below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the DP1 Merrill and DP1x.
To sum up, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sigma DP1 Merrill to offer you more detail due to its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The younger DP1 Merrill provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sigma DP1x Specifications
Sigma DP1 Merrill | Sigma DP1x | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Sigma | Sigma |
Model | Sigma DP1 Merrill | Sigma DP1x |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-02-08 | 2010-02-20 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Dual TRUE II engine | True II |
Sensor type | CMOS (Foveon X3) | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 24 x 16mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor area | 384.0mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15MP | 5MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4704 x 3136 | 2640 x 1760 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 28mm (1x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8 | f/4.0 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | - | 2.5" |
Resolution of screen | 920k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | - | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | - | 1/4000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash options | no built-in flash | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 | 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 320x240 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 330 gr (0.73 pounds) | 250 gr (0.55 pounds) |
Dimensions | 122 x 67 x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") | 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | - | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/MMC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $1,250 | $574 |