Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sony TX100V

Lets look a little more in depth at the Sigma DP3 Merrill and Sony TX100V, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Sigma and Sony. The resolution of the DP3 Merrill (15MP) and the TX100V (16MP) is very comparable but the DP3 Merrill (APS-C) and TX100V (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The DP3 Merrill was revealed 2 years later than the TX100V and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Sigma DP3 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony TX100V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short introduction of how the DP3 Merrill matches up versus the TX100V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP3 Merrill & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V. The full galleries are viewable at Sigma DP3 Merrill Gallery & Sony TX100V Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP3 Merrill enjoys outer measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Sony TX100V has dimensions of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the DP3 Merrill versus the TX100V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP3 Merrill and TX100V is 83 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the DP3 Merrill and TX100V.

Clearly, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The DP3 Merrill having a larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony TX100V will show greater detail because of its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The newer DP3 Merrill will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.