Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sony H70

Here is a in depth analysis of the Sigma DP2 Merrill versus Sony H70, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Sigma and Sony. The image resolution of the DP2 Merrill (15MP) and the H70 (16MP) is very comparable but the DP2 Merrill (APS-C) and H70 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The DP2 Merrill was released 14 months later than the H70 making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP2 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony H70 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the DP2 Merrill scores versus the H70 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP2 Merrill and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70. The complete galleries are available at Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery and Sony H70 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP2 Merrill features physical measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Sony H70 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Compare the Sigma DP2 Merrill versus Sony H70 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the DP2 Merrill compared to the H70.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP2 Merrill and H70 is 83 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by seeing specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2 Merrill and H70.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The DP2 Merrill featuring a larger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Sony H70 will provide extra detail as a result of its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent DP2 Merrill will have an advantage in sensor tech.