Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony HX90V

Below, we are matching up the Sigma DP1 Merrill and Sony HX90V, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Sigma and Sony. The sensor resolution of the DP1 Merrill (15MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is very similar but the DP1 Merrill (APS-C) and HX90V (1/2.3") use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The DP1 Merrill was unveiled 4 years prior to the HX90V and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Sigma DP1 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony HX90V being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the DP1 Merrill matches up against the HX90V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP1 Merrill and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The full galleries are available at Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Sigma DP1 Merrill comes with outer measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Sony HX90V has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Sigma DP1 Merrill and Sony HX90V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the DP1 Merrill versus the HX90V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP1 Merrill and HX90V is 82 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specs. The graphic here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the DP1 Merrill and HX90V.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The DP1 Merrill using its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Sony HX90V will offer more detail having an extra 3MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images much more aggressively. The older DP1 Merrill is going to be behind in sensor innovation.