Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sony A68

Its time to look much closer at the Sigma DP2 Merrill versus Sony A68, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Sigma and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the DP2 Merrill (15MP) and A68 (24MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The DP2 Merrill was launched 4 years before the A68 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP2 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A68 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the DP2 Merrill grades vs the A68 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP2 Merrill & Sony SLT-A68. The complete galleries are available at Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery & Sony A68 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Sigma DP2 Merrill enjoys external dimensions of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") along with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Sony A68 has sizing of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") having a weight of 610 grams (1.34 lbs).

Look at the Sigma DP2 Merrill versus Sony A68 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the DP2 Merrill against the A68.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP2 Merrill and A68 is 83 and 64 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes purely by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the DP2 Merrill and A68.

As you can see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Sony A68 to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 9MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged DP2 Merrill will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.