Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony WX10

Its time to look closer at the Sigma DP1 Merrill and Sony WX10, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Sigma and Sony. The resolution of the DP1 Merrill (15MP) and the WX10 (16MP) is relatively similar but the DP1 Merrill (APS-C) and WX10 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The DP1 Merrill was released 14 months after the WX10 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Sigma DP1 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony WX10 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the DP1 Merrill grades versus the WX10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP1 Merrill & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The complete galleries are viewable at Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery & Sony WX10 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Sigma DP1 Merrill features exterior measurements 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 WX10 has specifications of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the DP1 Merrill vs the WX10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP1 Merrill and WX10 is 82 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading specifications. The picture underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the DP1 Merrill and WX10.

To sum up, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The DP1 Merrill featuring a bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Sony WX10 will offer extra detail as a result of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The newer DP1 Merrill will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.