Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony NEX-5N

On this page, we will be evaluating the Sigma DP1 Merrill versus Sony NEX-5N, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Sigma and Sony. The sensor resolution of the DP1 Merrill (15MP) and the NEX-5N (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The DP1 Merrill was introduced 5 months later than the NEX-5N so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP1 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony NEX-5N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the DP1 Merrill grades vs the NEX-5N with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP1 Merrill & Sony Alpha NEX-5N. The whole galleries are viewable at Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery & Sony NEX-5N Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Sigma DP1 Merrill has physical measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") along with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-5N has specifications of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

See the Sigma DP1 Merrill versus Sony NEX-5N in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the DP1 Merrill against the NEX-5N.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP1 Merrill and NEX-5N is 82 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the DP1 Merrill and NEX-5N.

Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Sony NEX-5N to resolve extra detail using its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures more aggressively.