Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony RX100 III

Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Sigma DP1 Merrill versus Sony RX100 III, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Sigma and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the DP1 Merrill (15MP) and RX100 III (20MP) and the DP1 Merrill (APS-C) and RX100 III (1") enjoy different sensor size.

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The DP1 Merrill was revealed 3 years earlier than the RX100 III and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the DP1 Merrill matches up against the RX100 III for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP1 Merrill and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III. The full galleries are available at Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery and Sony RX100 III Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and size. The Sigma DP1 Merrill enjoys outside measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 III has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") having a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs).

Check the Sigma DP1 Merrill versus Sony RX100 III in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the DP1 Merrill against the RX100 III.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP1 Merrill and RX100 III is 82 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through specs. The photograph below might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the DP1 Merrill and RX100 III.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The DP1 Merrill using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony RX100 III will render extra detail because of its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older DP1 Merrill will be behind in sensor innovation.