Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sony WX30

Let's look a little more in depth at the Sigma DP2 Merrill versus Sony WX30, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Sigma and Sony. The resolution of the DP2 Merrill (15MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is fairly close but the DP2 Merrill (APS-C) and WX30 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The DP2 Merrill was launched 7 months after the WX30 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP2 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony WX30 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the DP2 Merrill grades vs the WX30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP2 Merrill and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The complete galleries are provided at Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery and Sony WX30 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP2 Merrill enjoys outer measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Sony WX30 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Sigma DP2 Merrill versus Sony WX30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the DP2 Merrill and the WX30.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the DP2 Merrill and WX30 is 83 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by looking through technical specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the DP2 Merrill and WX30.

As you have seen, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The DP2 Merrill featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Sony WX30 will result in more detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos more aggressively. The more recent DP2 Merrill will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.