Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony A7S II
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Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony A7S II Key Specs
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- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- " Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F2.8) lens
- 330g - 122 x 67 x 64mm
- Announced February 2012
- Later Model is Sigma DP2 Merrill
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- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Increase to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 627g - 127 x 96 x 60mm
- Introduced October 2015
- Replaced the Sony A7S
- Refreshed by Sony A7S III
Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony A7S II Overview
In this write-up, we will be matching up the Sigma DP1 Merrill versus Sony A7S II, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Sigma and Sony. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the DP1 Merrill (15MP) and A7S II (12MP) and the DP1 Merrill (APS-C) and A7S II (Full frame) possess different sensor size.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe DP1 Merrill was launched 4 years prior to the A7S II and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP1 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A7S II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the DP1 Merrill grades against the A7S II with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony A7S II Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP1 Merrill and Sony Alpha A7S II. The complete galleries are available at Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery and Sony A7S II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1 Merrill over the Sony A7S II
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Reasons to pick Sony A7S II over the Sigma DP1 Merrill
A7S II | DP1 Merrill | |||
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Introduced | October 2015 | February 2012 | Fresher by 44 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | " | Bigger screen (+3") | |
Screen resolution | 1229k | 920k | Crisper screen (+309k dot) |
Common features in the Sigma DP1 Merrill and Sony A7S II
DP1 Merrill | A7S II | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony A7S II Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP1 Merrill has external measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Sony A7S II has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") and a weight of 627 grams (1.38 lbs).
Check the Sigma DP1 Merrill versus Sony A7S II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the DP1 Merrill versus the A7S II.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP1 Merrill and A7S II is 82 and 68 respectively.
Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony A7S II Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at specs. The visual underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the DP1 Merrill and A7S II.
All in all, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The DP1 Merrill due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sigma DP1 Merrill will resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older DP1 Merrill is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony A7S II Specifications
Sigma DP1 Merrill | Sony Alpha A7S II | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sigma | Sony |
Model | Sigma DP1 Merrill | Sony Alpha A7S II |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Pro Mirrorless |
Announced | 2012-02-08 | 2015-10-12 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Dual TRUE II engine | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS (Foveon X3) | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 24 x 16mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 384.0mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4704 x 3136 | 4240 x 2832 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 102400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 409600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 169 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | () | - |
Largest aperture | f/2.8 | - |
Available lenses | - | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | - | 3" |
Screen resolution | 920k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | - | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | - | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 | 4K (3840 x 2160 @ 30p/24p [60-100Mbps]), Full HD (1920 x 1080 @ 120p/60p/60i/30p/24p [50-100Mbps]), 720p (30p [16Mbps]) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 330g (0.73 lb) | 627g (1.38 lb) |
Dimensions | 122 x 67 x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") | 127 x 96 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 85 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 2993 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 370 images |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $1,250 | $2,767 |