Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony T90

Below, we will be evaluating the Sigma DP1 Merrill versus Sony T90, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Sigma and Sony. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the DP1 Merrill (15MP) and T90 (12MP) and the DP1 Merrill (APS-C) and T90 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The DP1 Merrill was revealed 3 years later than the T90 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Sigma DP1 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony T90 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the DP1 Merrill scores versus the T90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP1 Merrill and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90. The full galleries are viewable at Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery and Sony T90 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Sigma DP1 Merrill enjoys external dimensions of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Sony T90 has specifications of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") and a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Compare the Sigma DP1 Merrill versus Sony T90 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the DP1 Merrill versus the T90.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the DP1 Merrill and T90 is 82 and 96 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing specifications. The photograph underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP1 Merrill and T90.

Plainly, both the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The DP1 Merrill using its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Sigma DP1 Merrill will render extra detail because of its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The newer DP1 Merrill will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.