Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony A9

Below, we will be evaluating the Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony A9, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Sigma and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the DP1 Merrill (15MP) and A9 (24MP) and the DP1 Merrill (APS-C) and A9 (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The DP1 Merrill was unveiled 6 years prior to the A9 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Sigma DP1 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the DP1 Merrill matches up vs the A9 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP1 Merrill and Sony Alpha A9. The full galleries are available at Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery and Sony A9 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Sigma DP1 Merrill offers external dimensions of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Sony A9 has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") having a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs).

Analyze the Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony A9 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the DP1 Merrill against the A9.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP1 Merrill and A9 is 82 and 65 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading technical specs. The pic below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP1 Merrill and A9.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The DP1 Merrill with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Sony A9 will deliver more detail having an extra 9MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged DP1 Merrill is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.