Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sigma DP2 Merrill

Below, we are reviewing the Sigma DP1 Merrill versus Sigma DP2 Merrill, both Large Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are created by Sigma. The image resolution of the DP1 Merrill (15MP) and the DP2 Merrill (15MP) is fairly comparable and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The DP1 Merrill was released within a month of the DP2 Merrill and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the DP1 Merrill matches up against the DP2 Merrill when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP1 Merrill & Sigma DP2 Merrill. The complete galleries are available at Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery & Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP1 Merrill has exterior measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 Merrill has proportions of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") along with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the DP1 Merrill compared to the DP2 Merrill.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP1 Merrill and DP2 Merrill is 82 and 83 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions merely by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the DP1 Merrill and DP2 Merrill.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution and you can expect comparable quality of files though you may want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account.