Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sony W320

Here is a extended analysis of the Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sony W320, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Sigma and Sony. The image resolution of the DP3 Merrill (15MP) and the W320 (14MP) is very similar but the DP3 Merrill (APS-C) and W320 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The DP3 Merrill was revealed 3 years later than the W320 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP3 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W320 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the DP3 Merrill scores versus the W320 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP3 Merrill and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320. The full galleries are available at Sigma DP3 Merrill Gallery and Sony W320 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP3 Merrill offers 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) while the Sony W320 has proportions of 93mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sony W320 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the DP3 Merrill and the W320.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP3 Merrill and W320 is 83 and 97 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing technical specs. The visual underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the DP3 Merrill and W320.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The DP3 Merrill having a larger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Sigma DP3 Merrill will offer extra detail because of its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger DP3 Merrill will have an edge in sensor technology.