Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sony W650

Let's look a bit more closely at the Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sony W650, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Sigma and Sony. The resolution of the DP2 Merrill (15MP) and the W650 (16MP) is pretty similar but the DP2 Merrill (APS-C) and W650 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizing.

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The DP2 Merrill was introduced within a month of the W650 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Sigma DP2 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W650 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the DP2 Merrill scores versus the W650 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP2 Merrill & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The whole galleries are viewable at Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery & Sony W650 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP2 Merrill enjoys outer dimensions of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Sony W650 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sony W650 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the DP2 Merrill versus the W650.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP2 Merrill and W650 is 83 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading specifications. The graphic below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP2 Merrill and W650.

To sum up, both cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The DP2 Merrill with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Sony W650 will offer more detail using its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures much more aggressively.