Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony HX400V

On this page, we will be contrasting the Sigma DP1 Merrill versus Sony HX400V, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Sigma and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the DP1 Merrill (15MP) and HX400V (20MP) and the DP1 Merrill (APS-C) and HX400V (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The DP1 Merrill was introduced 24 months earlier than the HX400V which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP1 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the DP1 Merrill grades vs the HX400V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP1 Merrill & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The whole galleries are available at Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery & Sony HX400V Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP1 Merrill has physical measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Sony HX400V has proportions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the DP1 Merrill against the HX400V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the DP1 Merrill and HX400V is 82 and 62 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at technical specs. The visual underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the DP1 Merrill and HX400V.

As you have seen, both the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The DP1 Merrill with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Sony HX400V will resolve more detail using its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The older DP1 Merrill is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.