Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sony W810

Here is a in depth review of the Sigma DP2 Merrill and Sony W810, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Sigma and Sony. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the DP2 Merrill (15MP) and W810 (20MP) and the DP2 Merrill (APS-C) and W810 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The DP2 Merrill was brought out 23 months earlier than the W810 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Sigma DP2 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W810 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the DP2 Merrill grades versus the W810 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP2 Merrill and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810. The entire galleries are provided at Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery and Sony W810 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP2 Merrill provides 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) whilst the Sony W810 has measurements of 97mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the DP2 Merrill and the W810.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP2 Merrill and W810 is 83 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the DP2 Merrill and W810.

Clearly, both of those cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The DP2 Merrill because of its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Sony W810 will provide you with more detail having its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older DP2 Merrill will be behind with regard to sensor tech.