Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sigma fp L
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![Sigma DP3 Merrill front Sigma DP3 Merrill front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sigma-DP3-Merrill/Sigma-DP3-Merrill-front.jpg)
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Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sigma fp L Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- 75mm (F2.8) lens
- 330g - 122 x 67 x 59mm
- Launched January 2013
- Older Model is Sigma DP2 Merrill
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 102400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Announced March 2021
- Old Model is Sigma fp
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Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sigma fp L Overview
In this article, we are looking at the Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sigma fp L, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are designed by Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the DP3 Merrill (15MP) and fp L (61MP) and the DP3 Merrill (APS-C) and fp L (Full frame) possess totally different sensor sizing.
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The DP3 Merrill was revealed 9 years prior to the fp L which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP3 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go through a full comparison, below is a concise view of how the DP3 Merrill grades against the fp L in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sigma fp L Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP3 Merrill and Sigma fp L. The full galleries are provided at Sigma DP3 Merrill Gallery and Sigma fp L Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma DP3 Merrill over the Sigma fp L
DP3 Merrill | fp L |
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Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Sigma DP3 Merrill
fp L | DP3 Merrill | |||
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Announced | March 2021 | ![]() | January 2013 | More modern by 99 months |
Display sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 920k | Sharper display (+1180k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Sigma DP3 Merrill and Sigma fp L
DP3 Merrill | fp L | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sigma fp L Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and size. The Sigma DP3 Merrill enjoys 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 Sigma fp L has specifications of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).
Analyze the Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sigma fp L in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the DP3 Merrill vs the fp L.
![Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sigma fp L size comparison Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sigma fp L size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sigma-DP3-Merrill-vs-Sigma-fp-L-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP3 Merrill and fp L is 83 and 83 respectively.
![Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sigma fp L top view buttons comparison Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sigma fp L top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sigma-DP3-Merrill-vs-Sigma-fp-L-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sigma fp L Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing specifications. The picture here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the DP3 Merrill and fp L.
Plainly, both the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The DP3 Merrill using its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Sigma fp L will produce more detail because of its extra 46MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged DP3 Merrill will be behind in sensor tech.
![Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sigma fp L sensor size comparison Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sigma fp L sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Sigma-DP3-Merrill-vs-Sigma-fp-L-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sigma fp L Screen and ViewFinder
![Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sigma fp L Screen and Viewfinder comparison Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sigma fp L Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sigma-DP3-Merrill-vs-Sigma-fp-L-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sigma fp L Specifications
Sigma DP3 Merrill | Sigma fp L | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sigma | Sigma |
Model type | Sigma DP3 Merrill | Sigma fp L |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2013-01-08 | 2021-03-25 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Dual TRUE II engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS (Foveon X3) | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 24 x 16mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 384.0mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15 megapixels | 61 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4704 x 3136 | 9520 x 6328 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 102400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 6 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 49 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Leica L |
Lens zoom range | 75mm (1x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/2.8 | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 40 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3.2 inch |
Display resolution | 920k dot | 2,100k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 3,680k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.83x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | - | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | - | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes (USB Power Delivery supported) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 330g (0.73 lbs) | 427g (0.94 lbs) |
Dimensions | 122 x 67 x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 images |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BP-51 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $1,353 | $2,499 |