Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony NEX-3N

Following is a extensive overview of the Sigma DP1 Merrill versus Sony NEX-3N, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. The sensor resolution of the DP1 Merrill (15MP) and the NEX-3N (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The DP1 Merrill was released 12 months prior to the NEX-3N which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Sigma DP1 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony NEX-3N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the DP1 Merrill grades versus the NEX-3N in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP1 Merrill and Sony Alpha NEX-3N. The complete galleries are available at Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery and Sony NEX-3N Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Sigma DP1 Merrill features 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 Sony NEX-3N has specifications of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the DP1 Merrill vs the NEX-3N.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP1 Merrill and NEX-3N is 82 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes only by going over technical specs. The picture here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the DP1 Merrill and NEX-3N.

As you can tell, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony NEX-3N to deliver more detail as a result of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged DP1 Merrill is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.