Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony WX1
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Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony WX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- " Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F2.8) lens
- 330g - 122 x 67 x 64mm
- Launched February 2012
- Refreshed by Sigma DP2 Merrill
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 149g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
- Released August 2009

Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony WX1 Overview
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.

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.

Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony WX1 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1 Merrill over the Sony WX1
DP1 Merrill | WX1 | |||
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Released | February 2012 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 31 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony WX1 over the Sigma DP1 Merrill
WX1 | DP1 Merrill | |||
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Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | " | Bigger screen (+2.7") |
Common features in the Sigma DP1 Merrill and Sony WX1
DP1 Merrill | WX1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony WX1 Physical Comparison
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).
Check out the Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony WX1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
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.

Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony WX1 Sensor Comparison
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.

Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony WX1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony WX1 Specifications
Sigma DP1 Merrill | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sigma | Sony |
Model | Sigma DP1 Merrill | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2012-02-08 | 2009-08-06 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Dual TRUE II engine | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS (Foveon X3) | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.4" |
Sensor dimensions | 24 x 16mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor area | 384.0mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4704 x 3136 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | - | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 920 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | - | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | - | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 330 gr (0.73 lb) | 149 gr (0.33 lb) |
Dimensions | 122 x 67 x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") | 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | - | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $1,250 | $149 |