Sigma DP1 Merrill vs Sony ZV-1 II

Here is a extensive analysis of the Sigma DP1 Merrill versus Sony ZV-1 II, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by companies Sigma and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the DP1 Merrill (15MP) and ZV-1 II (20MP) and the DP1 Merrill (APS-C) and ZV-1 II (1") provide different sensor size.

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The DP1 Merrill was unveiled 12 years before the ZV-1 II and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the DP1 Merrill grades versus the ZV-1 II when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP1 Merrill & Sony ZV-1 Mark II. The full galleries are provided at Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery & Sony ZV-1 II Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP1 Merrill has external measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Sony ZV-1 II has dimensions of 106mm x 60mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 292 grams (0.64 lbs).

Examine the Sigma DP1 Merrill versus Sony ZV-1 II in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the DP1 Merrill compared to the ZV-1 II.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the DP1 Merrill and ZV-1 II is 82 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The graphic here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the DP1 Merrill and ZV-1 II.

Plainly, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The DP1 Merrill having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Sony ZV-1 II will produce more detail having an extra 5MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs more aggressively. The older DP1 Merrill will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.