Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony WX1

Below, we will be analyzing the Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony WX1, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Sigma and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the DP1 Merrill (15MP) and WX1 (10MP) and the DP1 Merrill (APS-C) and WX1 (1/2.4") enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The DP1 Merrill was revealed 2 years after the WX1 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Sigma DP1 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony WX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a short summary of how the DP1 Merrill matches up vs the WX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP1 Merrill and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The full galleries are available at Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery and Sony WX1 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP1 Merrill features outer 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) while the Sony WX1 has measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the DP1 Merrill vs the WX1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the DP1 Merrill and WX1 is 82 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading through technical specs. The image here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the DP1 Merrill and WX1.

As you have seen, both the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The DP1 Merrill having a bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Sigma DP1 Merrill will resolve extra detail because of its extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more recent DP1 Merrill will have an advantage in sensor tech.