Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony a5000
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![Sigma DP1 Merrill front Sigma DP1 Merrill front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sigma-DP1-Merrill/Sigma-DP1-Merrill-front.jpg)
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Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony a5000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- " Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F2.8) lens
- 330g - 122 x 67 x 64mm
- Announced February 2012
- Updated by Sigma DP2 Merrill
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 269g - 110 x 63 x 36mm
- Launched January 2014
- Replaced the Sony NEX-3N
- Renewed by Sony a5100
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Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony a5000 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Sigma DP1 Merrill and Sony a5000, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Sigma and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the DP1 Merrill (15MP) and a5000 (20MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).
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The DP1 Merrill was brought out 23 months earlier than the a5000 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Sigma DP1 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony a5000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the DP1 Merrill matches up vs the a5000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony a5000 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP1 Merrill & Sony Alpha a5000. The entire galleries are provided at Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery & Sony a5000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1 Merrill over the Sony a5000
DP1 Merrill | a5000 | |||
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Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 461k | Sharper screen (+459k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony a5000 over the Sigma DP1 Merrill
a5000 | DP1 Merrill | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2012 | Newer by 23 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | " | Bigger screen (+3") |
Common features in the Sigma DP1 Merrill and Sony a5000
DP1 Merrill | a5000 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony a5000 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP1 Merrill offers exterior measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Sony a5000 has dimensions of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Examine the Sigma DP1 Merrill and Sony a5000 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the DP1 Merrill against the a5000.
![Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony a5000 size comparison Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony a5000 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sigma-DP1-Merrill-vs-Sony-Alpha-a5000-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the DP1 Merrill and a5000 is 82 and 89 respectively.
![Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony a5000 top view buttons comparison Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony a5000 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sigma-DP1-Merrill-vs-Sony-Alpha-a5000-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony a5000 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions just by looking through technical specs. The pic underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the DP1 Merrill and a5000.
As you have seen, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sony a5000 to render more detail having its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged DP1 Merrill will be behind in sensor tech.
![Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony a5000 sensor size comparison Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony a5000 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Sigma-DP1-Merrill-vs-Sony-Alpha-a5000-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony a5000 Screen and ViewFinder
![Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony a5000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony a5000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sigma-DP1-Merrill-vs-Sony-Alpha-a5000-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony a5000 Specifications
Sigma DP1 Merrill | Sony Alpha a5000 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sigma | Sony |
Model type | Sigma DP1 Merrill | Sony Alpha a5000 |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2012-02-08 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Dual TRUE II engine | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS (Foveon X3) | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 24 x 16mm | 23.2 x 15.4mm |
Sensor surface area | 384.0mm² | 357.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4704 x 3136 | 5456 x 3632 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 16000 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | () | - |
Max aperture | f/2.8 | - |
Total lenses | - | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | - | 3" |
Resolution of display | 920k dots | 461k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD with 180 upward tilt |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | - | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | - | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 | 1920 x 1080 (60i/24p), 1440 x 1080 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 330g (0.73 pounds) | 269g (0.59 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 67 x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") | 110 x 63 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 79 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.0 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1089 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 420 images |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $1,250 | $448 |