Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sony WX300

Here, we are comparing the Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sony WX300, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Sigma and Sony. The sensor resolution of the DP2 Merrill (15MP) and the WX300 (18MP) is very comparable but the DP2 Merrill (APS-C) and WX300 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The DP2 Merrill was released 12 months prior to the WX300 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Sigma DP2 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony WX300 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the DP2 Merrill grades versus the WX300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP2 Merrill and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The complete galleries are viewable at Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery and Sony WX300 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP2 Merrill comes with external dimensions of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Sony WX300 has dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sony WX300 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the DP2 Merrill compared to the WX300.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP2 Merrill and WX300 is 83 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the DP2 Merrill and WX300.

As you can see, both of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The DP2 Merrill due to its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony WX300 will show more detail as a result of its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The older DP2 Merrill will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.