Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sony WX500

Here is a thorough overview of the Sigma DP2 Merrill and Sony WX500, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Sigma and Sony. The image resolution of the DP2 Merrill (15MP) and the WX500 (18MP) is fairly well matched but the DP2 Merrill (APS-C) and WX500 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor size.

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The DP2 Merrill was manufactured 4 years before the WX500 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP2 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony WX500 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the DP2 Merrill grades versus the WX500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP2 Merrill and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The entire galleries are viewable at Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery and Sony WX500 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP2 Merrill provides outside dimensions of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Sony WX500 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Analyze the Sigma DP2 Merrill and Sony WX500 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the DP2 Merrill versus the WX500.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the DP2 Merrill and WX500 is 83 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to see the difference between sensor sizing only by looking at specifications. The photograph underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the DP2 Merrill and WX500.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The DP2 Merrill due to its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Sony WX500 will give you greater detail due to its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older DP2 Merrill is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.