Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sigma SD1

In this article, we are comparing the Sigma DP1 Merrill and Sigma SD1, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced DSLR and both are sold by Sigma. The image resolution of the DP1 Merrill (15MP) and the SD1 (15MP) is very comparable and they use the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The DP1 Merrill was unveiled 17 months after the SD1 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP1 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the DP1 Merrill matches up versus the SD1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP1 Merrill and Sigma SD1. The full galleries are viewable at Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery and Sigma SD1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP1 Merrill comes with outer measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD1 has proportions of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the DP1 Merrill against the SD1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the DP1 Merrill and SD1 is 82 and 77 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions only by checking out technical specs. The pic below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the DP1 Merrill and SD1.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos although you would want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher DP1 Merrill provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.