Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony HX200V

Below is a comprehensive comparison of the Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony HX200V, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. The image resolution of the DP1 Merrill (15MP) and the HX200V (18MP) is very similar but the DP1 Merrill (APS-C) and HX200V (1/2.3") boast different sensor measurements.

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The DP1 Merrill was announced 3 months earlier than the HX200V so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP1 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the DP1 Merrill matches up against the HX200V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP1 Merrill and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The whole galleries are viewable at Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery and Sony HX200V Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP1 Merrill has got external 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) and the Sony HX200V has dimensions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony HX200V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the DP1 Merrill vs the HX200V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the DP1 Merrill and HX200V is 82 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading technical specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the DP1 Merrill and HX200V.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The DP1 Merrill with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony HX200V will deliver more detail with its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images more aggressively.