Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony A37

Below, we will be analyzing the Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony A37, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Sigma and Sony. The resolution of the DP1 Merrill (15MP) and the A37 (16MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

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The DP1 Merrill was announced 3 months before the A37 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Sigma DP1 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A37 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the DP1 Merrill matches up vs the A37 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP1 Merrill & Sony SLT-A37. The whole galleries are provided at Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery & Sony A37 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Sigma DP1 Merrill provides exterior measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Sony A37 has sizing of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 506 grams (1.12 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the DP1 Merrill compared to the A37.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP1 Merrill and A37 is 82 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing purely by researching technical specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the DP1 Merrill and A37.

As you can tell, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Sony A37 to result in extra detail with its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively.