Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sony A35

Here is a detailed overview of the Sigma DP3 Merrill and Sony A35, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Sigma and Sony. The resolution of the DP3 Merrill (15MP) and the A35 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The DP3 Merrill was unveiled 16 months later than the A35 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP3 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A35 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the DP3 Merrill grades vs the A35 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP3 Merrill & Sony SLT-A35. The full galleries are provided at Sigma DP3 Merrill Gallery & Sony A35 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP3 Merrill has got physical dimensions of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Sony A35 has proportions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 415 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the DP3 Merrill compared to the A35.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP3 Merrill and A35 is 83 and 69 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the DP3 Merrill and A35.

As you can see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Sony A35 to render extra detail having an extra 1MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more modern DP3 Merrill provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.