Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony HX30V

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Sigma DP1 Merrill and Sony HX30V, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Sigma and Sony. The resolution of the DP1 Merrill (15MP) and the HX30V (18MP) is fairly comparable but the DP1 Merrill (APS-C) and HX30V (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The DP1 Merrill was brought out at a similar time to the HX30V so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP1 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony HX30V being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the DP1 Merrill scores vs the HX30V for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP1 Merrill and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The entire galleries are provided at Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery and Sony HX30V Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP1 Merrill provides physical dimensions 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 HX30V has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma DP1 Merrill and Sony HX30V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the DP1 Merrill against the HX30V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP1 Merrill and HX30V is 82 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The picture here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP1 Merrill and HX30V.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The DP1 Merrill due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Sony HX30V will produce greater detail having its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively.