Sigma DP2x vs Sigma DP3 Merrill

Let's look a little more closely at the Sigma DP2x vs Sigma DP3 Merrill, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are produced by Sigma. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and DP3 Merrill (15MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The DP2x was introduced 23 months earlier than the DP3 Merrill making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the DP2x scores against the DP3 Merrill in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP2x & Sigma DP3 Merrill. The whole galleries are available at Sigma DP2x Gallery & Sigma DP3 Merrill Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Sigma DP2x enjoys outside measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sigma DP3 Merrill has sizing of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") along with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Compare the Sigma DP2x vs Sigma DP3 Merrill in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the DP2x against the DP3 Merrill.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the DP2x and DP3 Merrill is 86 and 83 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by reading a spec sheet. The visual below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the DP2x and DP3 Merrill.

Clearly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can anticipate the Sigma DP3 Merrill to offer you more detail using its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older DP2x is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.