Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sony TX66

Here, we are analyzing the Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sony TX66, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by companies Sigma and Sony. The image resolution of the DP2 Merrill (15MP) and the TX66 (18MP) is very close but the DP2 Merrill (APS-C) and TX66 (1/2.3") provide different sensor dimensions.

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The DP2 Merrill was released about the same time to the TX66 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Sigma DP2 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony TX66 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the DP2 Merrill grades vs the TX66 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP2 Merrill & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66. The complete galleries are viewable at Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery & Sony TX66 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP2 Merrill has outside measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Sony TX66 has measurements of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") accompanied by a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the DP2 Merrill vs the TX66.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the DP2 Merrill and TX66 is 83 and 97 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes purely by researching a spec sheet. The pic here should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2 Merrill and TX66.

Clearly, the two cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The DP2 Merrill because of its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Sony TX66 will render more detail as a result of its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively.