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.