Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony TX200V

Following is a detailed analysis of the Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony TX200V, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Sigma and Sony. The image resolution of the DP1 Merrill (15MP) and the TX200V (18MP) is fairly similar but the DP1 Merrill (APS-C) and TX200V (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizing.

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The DP1 Merrill was brought out very close to the TX200V so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP1 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony TX200V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a quick summary of how the DP1 Merrill grades vs the TX200V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP1 Merrill and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V. The entire galleries are available at Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery and Sony TX200V Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Sigma DP1 Merrill offers exterior measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Sony TX200V has specifications of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") along with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the DP1 Merrill compared to the TX200V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the DP1 Merrill and TX200V is 82 and 96 respectively.

Usually, its hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The image below will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the DP1 Merrill and TX200V.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The DP1 Merrill because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony TX200V will offer you extra detail having its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively.