Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sony W710

Below, we are analyzing the Sigma DP3 Merrill versus Sony W710, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Sigma and Sony. The resolution of the DP3 Merrill (15MP) and the W710 (16MP) is very comparable but the DP3 Merrill (APS-C) and W710 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizing.

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The DP3 Merrill was brought out around the same time to the W710 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Sigma DP3 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W710 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the DP3 Merrill matches up vs the W710 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP3 Merrill & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The entire galleries are available at Sigma DP3 Merrill Gallery & Sony W710 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP3 Merrill enjoys outer dimensions of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Sony W710 has proportions of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Examine the Sigma DP3 Merrill versus Sony W710 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the DP3 Merrill vs the W710.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP3 Merrill and W710 is 83 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing simply by seeing specifications. The graphic below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP3 Merrill and W710.

Plainly, both of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The DP3 Merrill due to its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Sony W710 will provide more detail having its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively.