Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sony A350

Below, we are reviewing the Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sony A350, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Sigma and Sony. The resolution of the DP3 Merrill (15MP) and the A350 (14MP) is very well matched and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

Photography Glossary

The DP3 Merrill was introduced 4 years later than the A350 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Sigma DP3 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A350 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the DP3 Merrill matches up versus the A350 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP3 Merrill & Sony Alpha DSLR-A350. The whole galleries are viewable at Sigma DP3 Merrill Gallery & Sony A350 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP3 Merrill has got outer dimensions 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 Sony A350 has proportions of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 674 grams (1.49 lbs).

Compare the Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sony A350 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the DP3 Merrill compared to the A350.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP3 Merrill and A350 is 83 and 62 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the DP3 Merrill and A350.

Clearly, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sigma DP3 Merrill to give greater detail using its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The newer DP3 Merrill is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.