Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sigma DP2x
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![Sigma DP2 Merrill front Sigma DP2 Merrill front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sigma-DP2-Merrill/Sigma-DP2-Merrill-front.jpg)
![Sigma DP2x front Sigma DP2x front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Sigma-DP2x-ek-fs.jpg)
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Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sigma DP2x Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- 50mm (F2.8) lens
- 330g - 122 x 67 x 59mm
- Launched February 2012
- Previous Model is Sigma DP1 Merrill
- New Model is Sigma DP3 Merrill
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Launched February 2011
- Succeeded the Sigma DP2s
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Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sigma DP2x Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Sigma DP2 Merrill and Sigma DP2x, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are designed by Sigma. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the DP2 Merrill (15MP) and DP2x (5MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).
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The DP2 Merrill was brought out 13 months after the DP2x which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the DP2 Merrill grades against the DP2x in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sigma DP2x Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP2 Merrill & Sigma DP2x. The entire galleries are available at Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery & Sigma DP2x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 Merrill over the Sigma DP2x
DP2 Merrill | DP2x | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | February 2011 | More modern by 13 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Sigma DP2 Merrill
DP2x | DP2 Merrill |
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Common features in the Sigma DP2 Merrill and Sigma DP2x
DP2 Merrill | DP2x | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch screen |
Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sigma DP2x Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP2 Merrill has outer measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") along with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Sigma DP2x has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
See the Sigma DP2 Merrill and Sigma DP2x in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the DP2 Merrill vs the DP2x.
![Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sigma DP2x size comparison Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sigma DP2x size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sigma-DP2-Merrill-vs-Sigma-DP2x-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the DP2 Merrill and DP2x is 83 and 86 respectively.
![Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sigma DP2x top view buttons comparison Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sigma DP2x top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sigma-DP2-Merrill-vs-Sigma-DP2x-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sigma DP2x Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes only by reviewing specifications. The image here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the DP2 Merrill and DP2x.
Plainly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Sigma DP2 Merrill to offer greater detail having its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The newer DP2 Merrill will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sigma DP2x sensor size comparison Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sigma DP2x sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Sigma-DP2-Merrill-vs-Sigma-DP2x-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sigma DP2x Screen and ViewFinder
![Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sigma DP2x Screen and Viewfinder comparison Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sigma DP2x Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sigma-DP2-Merrill-vs-Sigma-DP2x-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Portrait Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sigma DP2x Specifications
Sigma DP2 Merrill | Sigma DP2x | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Sigma | Sigma |
Model | Sigma DP2 Merrill | Sigma DP2x |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-02-08 | 2011-02-08 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Dual TRUE II engine | True II |
Sensor type | CMOS (Foveon X3) | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 24 x 16mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor area | 384.0mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15MP | 5MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4704 x 3136 | 2640 x 1760 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 50mm (1x) | 41mm (1x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.5" |
Resolution of display | 920k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | - | 15 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | - | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 4.30 m |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640x480 | 320 x 240 |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 320x240 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 330 grams (0.73 pounds) | 280 grams (0.62 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 67 x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC/MMC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $931 | $699 |