Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sony A55

Its time to examine more in depth at the Sigma DP2 Merrill and Sony A55, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. The sensor resolution of the DP2 Merrill (15MP) and the A55 (16MP) is very close and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The DP2 Merrill was brought out 18 months later than the A55 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Sigma DP2 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A55 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the DP2 Merrill grades against the A55 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP2 Merrill & Sony SLT-A55. The entire galleries are provided at Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery & Sony A55 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and size. The Sigma DP2 Merrill features exterior measurements 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 A55 has specifications of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the DP2 Merrill and the A55.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP2 Merrill and A55 is 83 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by researching technical specs. The visual underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2 Merrill and A55.

As you can tell, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Sony A55 to result in more detail having its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The fresher DP2 Merrill is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.