Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sony RX100 VA

Let's look closer at the Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sony RX100 VA, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Sigma and Sony. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the DP2 Merrill (15MP) and RX100 VA (20MP) and the DP2 Merrill (APS-C) and RX100 VA (1") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The DP2 Merrill was unveiled 7 years earlier than the RX100 VA which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the DP2 Merrill grades against the RX100 VA with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP2 Merrill & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A). The full galleries are viewable at Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery & Sony RX100 VA Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Sigma DP2 Merrill has got outer measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Sony RX100 VA has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sony RX100 VA in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the DP2 Merrill vs the RX100 VA.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP2 Merrill and RX100 VA is 83 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes purely by going over specifications. The image underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the DP2 Merrill and RX100 VA.

To sum up, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The DP2 Merrill using its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Sony RX100 VA will offer you greater detail having an extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged DP2 Merrill is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.