Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sony a3500

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Sigma DP2 Merrill and Sony a3500, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Sigma and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the DP2 Merrill (15MP) and a3500 (20MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The DP2 Merrill was brought out 3 years earlier than the a3500 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP2 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony a3500 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the DP2 Merrill matches up against the a3500 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP2 Merrill & Sony Alpha a3500. The entire galleries are available at Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery & Sony a3500 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP2 Merrill provides physical measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Sony a3500 has dimensions of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") along with a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the DP2 Merrill against the a3500.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP2 Merrill and a3500 is 83 and 69 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to see the difference between sensor sizing only by going over specs. The visual underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2 Merrill and a3500.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony a3500 to offer greater detail having its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older DP2 Merrill is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.