Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sony NEX-F3

Here, we will be contrasting the Sigma DP2 Merrill and Sony NEX-F3, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. The sensor resolution of the DP2 Merrill (15MP) and the NEX-F3 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The DP2 Merrill was unveiled 6 months before the NEX-F3 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Sigma DP2 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony NEX-F3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the DP2 Merrill grades vs the NEX-F3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP2 Merrill & Sony Alpha NEX-F3. The full galleries are provided at Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery & Sony NEX-F3 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP2 Merrill enjoys outside measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Sony NEX-F3 has proportions of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the DP2 Merrill vs the NEX-F3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the DP2 Merrill and NEX-F3 is 83 and 86 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the DP2 Merrill and NEX-F3.

Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Sony NEX-F3 to provide you with extra detail having an extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots way more aggressively.