Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony WX30

On this page, we will be comparing the Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony WX30, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Sigma and Sony. The image resolution of the DP1 Merrill (15MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the DP1 Merrill (APS-C) and WX30 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The DP1 Merrill was revealed 7 months after the WX30 so they are of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP1 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony WX30 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the DP1 Merrill matches up vs the WX30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP1 Merrill & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The full galleries are viewable at Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery & Sony WX30 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP1 Merrill enjoys outer dimensions of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Sony WX30 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the DP1 Merrill and the WX30.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP1 Merrill and WX30 is 82 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions just by checking specs. The picture underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP1 Merrill and WX30.

All in all, the two cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The DP1 Merrill with its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Sony WX30 will give extra detail because of its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more recent DP1 Merrill is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.