Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sony TX200V

On this page, we will be reviewing the Sigma DP2 Merrill versus Sony TX200V, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Sigma and Sony. The image resolution of the DP2 Merrill (15MP) and the TX200V (18MP) is pretty well matched but the DP2 Merrill (APS-C) and TX200V (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The DP2 Merrill was announced at a similar time to the TX200V which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP2 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony TX200V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the DP2 Merrill grades vs the TX200V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP2 Merrill and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V. The whole galleries are viewable at Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery and Sony TX200V Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP2 Merrill offers outer dimensions of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Sony TX200V has measurements of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma DP2 Merrill versus Sony TX200V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the DP2 Merrill versus the TX200V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP2 Merrill and TX200V is 83 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing just by looking at technical specs. The visual here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the DP2 Merrill and TX200V.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The DP2 Merrill having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Sony TX200V will give you extra detail with its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively.