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Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sony W710

Portability
83
Imaging
56
Features
33
Overall
46
Sigma DP3 Merrill front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 front
Portability
96
Imaging
40
Features
33
Overall
37

Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sony W710 Key Specs

Sigma DP3 Merrill
(Full Review)
  • 15MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 75mm (F2.8) lens
  • 330g - 122 x 67 x 59mm
  • Revealed January 2013
  • Old Model is Sigma DP2 Merrill
Sony W710
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 114g - 97 x 55 x 20mm
  • Launched January 2013
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Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sony W710 Overview

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.

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Reasons to pick Sigma DP3 Merrill over the Sony W710

 DP3 Merrill W710 
Manual focus More precise focusing
Display dimension3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution920k230kClearer display (+690k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony W710 over the Sigma DP3 Merrill

 W710 DP3 Merrill 
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Sigma DP3 Merrill and Sony W710

 DP3 Merrill W710 
LaunchedJanuary 2013January 2013Same age
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen

Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sony W710 Physical Comparison

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).

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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.

Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sony W710 size comparison

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

Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sony W710 top view buttons comparison

Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sony W710 Sensor Comparison

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.

Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sony W710 sensor size comparison

Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sony W710 Screen and ViewFinder

Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sony W710 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Sigma DP3 Merrill
Portrait photography with Sony W710
73
manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (15MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
35
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
supports face detect focus
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
can't use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Sigma DP3 Merrill Street photography information
Sony W710 Street photography information
65
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
67
image stabilization (Optical)
has focus via touch
lighter than competitors (114g)
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sigma DP3 Merrill Sports photography information
Sony W710 Sports photography information
44
sensor resolution is decent (15MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
fixed focal length (75mm)
low frames per second (4.0 fps)
does not have image stabilization
lacks phase detect auto focus
41
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
max fps very slow (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Sigma DP3 Merrill Travel photography details
Sony W710 Travel photography details
54
sensor resolution is decent (15 megapixels)
missing Time Lapse recording
does not feature selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
71
lighter than competitors (114 grams)
has focus via touch
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
fairly wide (28mm)
missing Timelapse mode
does not have a selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Sigma DP3 Merrill as a Landscape photography camera
Sony W710 as a Landscape photography camera
55
manual focus
decent sized screen (3 inch)
sensor resolution is decent (15 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (75mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
does not have image stabilization
missing Time Lapse recording
39
fairly wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual control
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Sigma DP3 Merrill Vlogging features
Sony W710 Vlogging features
22
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 pixels)
missing external mic jack
34
fairly wide (28mm)
has touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect focus
lighter than competitors (114g)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
does not have a selfie friendly display
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing microphone socket
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Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sony W710 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sigma DP3 Merrill and Sony W710
 Sigma DP3 MerrillSony Cyber-shot DSC-W710
General Information
Brand Name Sigma Sony
Model Sigma DP3 Merrill Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710
Class Large Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2013-01-08 2013-01-08
Physical type Large Sensor Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Dual TRUE II engine -
Sensor type CMOS (Foveon X3) CCD
Sensor size APS-C 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 24 x 16mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 384.0mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 15MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4704 x 3136 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 6400 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 75mm (1x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/2.8 f/3.2-6.5
Macro focus range - 10cm
Crop factor 1.5 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3" 2.7"
Resolution of display 920k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display tech - TFT LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed - 2s
Fastest shutter speed - 1/2000s
Continuous shutter rate 4.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range no built-in flash 2.80 m
Flash options no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 330g (0.73 pounds) 114g (0.25 pounds)
Dimensions 122 x 67 x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") 97 x 55 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 240 shots
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-BN
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage - SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Card slots One One
Pricing at release $1,353 $90