Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony WX70

On this page, we will be comparing the Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony WX70, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Sigma and Sony. The image resolution of the DP1 Merrill (15MP) and the WX70 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the DP1 Merrill (APS-C) and WX70 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

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The DP1 Merrill was introduced very close to the WX70 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP1 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony WX70 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the DP1 Merrill matches up against the WX70 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP1 Merrill and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70. The whole galleries are available at Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery and Sony WX70 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Sigma DP1 Merrill offers external 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) while the Sony WX70 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Analyze the Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony WX70 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the DP1 Merrill versus the WX70.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP1 Merrill and WX70 is 82 and 97 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements simply by checking technical specs. The visual underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the DP1 Merrill and WX70.

As you have seen, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The DP1 Merrill with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony WX70 will give you greater detail using its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots more aggressively.