Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sony RX100 VI

Below, we will be looking at the Sigma DP2 Merrill versus Sony RX100 VI, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the DP2 Merrill (15MP) and RX100 VI (20MP) and the DP2 Merrill (APS-C) and RX100 VI (1") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The DP2 Merrill was revealed 7 years earlier than the RX100 VI which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the DP2 Merrill matches up against the RX100 VI in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP2 Merrill and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI. The full galleries are provided at Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery and Sony RX100 VI Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP2 Merrill enjoys outer dimensions of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") along with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Sony RX100 VI has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs).

Analyze the Sigma DP2 Merrill versus Sony RX100 VI in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the DP2 Merrill against the RX100 VI.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP2 Merrill and RX100 VI is 83 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions purely by checking out a spec sheet. The pic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP2 Merrill and RX100 VI.

As you can see, both the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The DP2 Merrill with its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Sony RX100 VI will produce greater detail because of its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged DP2 Merrill will be behind in sensor tech.