Sigma DP1 Merrill vs YI M1

In this write-up, we are comparing the Sigma DP1 Merrill and YI M1, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Sigma and YI. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the DP1 Merrill (15MP) and M1 (20MP) and the DP1 Merrill (APS-C) and M1 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The DP1 Merrill was revealed 5 years earlier than the M1 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP1 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the YI M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the DP1 Merrill matches up vs the M1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP1 Merrill & YI M1. The full galleries are viewable at Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery & YI M1 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Sigma DP1 Merrill has got external measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the YI M1 has sizing of 114mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Contrast the Sigma DP1 Merrill and YI M1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the DP1 Merrill versus the M1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP1 Merrill and M1 is 82 and 87 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing just by going over a spec sheet. The photograph below will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the DP1 Merrill and M1.

As you can see, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The DP1 Merrill using its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the YI M1 will offer greater detail because of its extra 5MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively. The older DP1 Merrill is going to be behind in sensor tech.