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Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony A37

Portability
82
Imaging
56
Features
30
Overall
45
Sigma DP1 Merrill front
 
Sony SLT-A37 front
Portability
67
Imaging
57
Features
65
Overall
60

Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony A37 Key Specs

Sigma DP1 Merrill
(Full Review)
  • 15MP - APS-C Sensor
  • " Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • 640 x 480 video
  • ()mm (F2.8) lens
  • 330g - 122 x 67 x 64mm
  • Launched February 2012
  • Successor is Sigma DP2 Merrill
Sony A37
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.6" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
  • 506g - 124 x 92 x 85mm
  • Launched May 2012
  • Replaced the Sony A35
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Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony A37 Overview

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).

Photography Glossary

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.

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