Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony RX100 V
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Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony RX100 V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- " Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F2.8) lens
- 330g - 122 x 67 x 64mm
- Announced February 2012
- Refreshed by Sigma DP2 Merrill
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 299g - 102 x 58 x 41mm
- Revealed October 2016
- Earlier Model is Sony RX100 IV
- Renewed by Sony RX100 VI
Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony RX100 V Overview
Below is a in-depth analysis of the Sigma DP1 Merrill and Sony RX100 V, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the DP1 Merrill (15MP) and RX100 V (20MP) and the DP1 Merrill (APS-C) and RX100 V (1") posses totally different sensor sizes.
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe DP1 Merrill was introduced 5 years earlier than the RX100 V and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the DP1 Merrill scores against the RX100 V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony RX100 V Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP1 Merrill and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V. The whole galleries are available at Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery and Sony RX100 V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1 Merrill over the Sony RX100 V
DP1 Merrill | RX100 V |
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Reasons to pick Sony RX100 V over the Sigma DP1 Merrill
RX100 V | DP1 Merrill | |||
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Revealed | October 2016 | February 2012 | More recent by 56 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | " | Larger display (+3") | |
Display resolution | 1229k | 920k | Sharper display (+309k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Sigma DP1 Merrill and Sony RX100 V
DP1 Merrill | RX100 V | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Touch display | Neither includes Touch display |
Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony RX100 V Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP1 Merrill features outside dimensions 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 RX100 V has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") along with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).
Take a look at the Sigma DP1 Merrill and Sony RX100 V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the DP1 Merrill and the RX100 V.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the DP1 Merrill and RX100 V is 82 and 89 respectively.
Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony RX100 V Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to see the gap between sensor measurements purely by going over specifications. The graphic here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP1 Merrill and RX100 V.
Plainly, both the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The DP1 Merrill having a larger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Sony RX100 V will offer extra detail using its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The older DP1 Merrill is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony RX100 V Specifications
Sigma DP1 Merrill | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sigma | Sony |
Model type | Sigma DP1 Merrill | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-02-08 | 2016-10-06 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Dual TRUE II engine | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS (Foveon X3) | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 24 x 16mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 384.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4704 x 3136 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 315 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 24-70mm (2.9x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.8-2.8 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | - | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 920k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | - | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | - | 1/2000 seconds |
Highest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 24.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 10.20 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/2000 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 330g (0.73 lbs) | 299g (0.66 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 67 x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") | 102 x 58 x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 70 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 586 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 pictures |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | - | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $1,250 | $998 |