Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony A57

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Sigma DP1 Merrill versus Sony A57, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Sigma and Sony. The resolution of the DP1 Merrill (15MP) and the A57 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The DP1 Merrill was launched 7 months earlier than the A57 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP1 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A57 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the DP1 Merrill matches up against the A57 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP1 Merrill and Sony SLT-A57. The complete galleries are viewable at Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery and Sony A57 Gallery.