Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sony W560

Here is a thorough analysis of the Sigma DP2 Merrill versus Sony W560, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Sigma and Sony. The image resolution of the DP2 Merrill (15MP) and the W560 (14MP) is very similar but the DP2 Merrill (APS-C) and W560 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The DP2 Merrill was revealed 14 months later than the W560 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Sigma DP2 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W560 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the DP2 Merrill scores vs the W560 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP2 Merrill & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The full galleries are provided at Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery & Sony W560 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Sigma DP2 Merrill provides physical dimensions of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Sony W560 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Contrast the Sigma DP2 Merrill versus Sony W560 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the DP2 Merrill compared to the W560.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the DP2 Merrill and W560 is 83 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing just by going over specifications. The photograph below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the DP2 Merrill and W560.

Plainly, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The DP2 Merrill with its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Sigma DP2 Merrill will offer more detail because of its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher DP2 Merrill is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.