Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sony ZV-1 II

Here is a extended analysis of the Sigma DP2 Merrill and Sony ZV-1 II, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Sigma and Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the DP2 Merrill (15MP) and ZV-1 II (20MP) and the DP2 Merrill (APS-C) and ZV-1 II (1") feature totally different sensor size.

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The DP2 Merrill was unveiled 12 years earlier than the ZV-1 II and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a quick summary of how the DP2 Merrill scores versus the ZV-1 II when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP2 Merrill & Sony ZV-1 Mark II. The full galleries are viewable at Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery & Sony ZV-1 II Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP2 Merrill has physical measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Sony ZV-1 II has measurements of 106mm x 60mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.9") along with a weight of 292 grams (0.64 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma DP2 Merrill and Sony ZV-1 II in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the DP2 Merrill versus the ZV-1 II.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP2 Merrill and ZV-1 II is 83 and 88 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to see the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2 Merrill and ZV-1 II.

All in all, each of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The DP2 Merrill with its larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony ZV-1 II will give you more detail having an extra 5MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively. The older DP2 Merrill is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.