Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sony W370

Here, we are matching up the Sigma DP3 Merrill and Sony W370, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Sigma and Sony. The resolution of the DP3 Merrill (15MP) and the W370 (14MP) is very comparable but the DP3 Merrill (APS-C) and W370 (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

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The DP3 Merrill was revealed 3 years after the W370 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Sigma DP3 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W370 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the DP3 Merrill grades vs the W370 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP3 Merrill and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The full galleries are available at Sigma DP3 Merrill Gallery and Sony W370 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Sigma DP3 Merrill provides outer measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Sony W370 has sizing of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Analyze the Sigma DP3 Merrill and Sony W370 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the DP3 Merrill against the W370.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP3 Merrill and W370 is 83 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the DP3 Merrill and W370.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The DP3 Merrill with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Sigma DP3 Merrill will produce greater detail because of its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images way more aggressively. The newer DP3 Merrill provides a benefit in sensor innovation.