Sigma DP2 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill

Here is a complete assessment of the Sigma DP2 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill, both Large Sensor Compact cameras and they are both sold by Sigma. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the DP2 (5MP) and DP2 Merrill (15MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The DP2 was introduced 3 years earlier than the DP2 Merrill and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the DP2 matches up versus the DP2 Merrill for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP2 & Sigma DP2 Merrill. The whole galleries are available at Sigma DP2 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP2 offers external dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 Merrill has measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") along with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the DP2 vs the DP2 Merrill.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP2 and DP2 Merrill is 86 and 83 respectively.

Normally, its tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing simply by viewing specifications. The graphic underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP2 and DP2 Merrill.

To sum up, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can anticipate the Sigma DP2 Merrill to render extra detail using its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The older DP2 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.