Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sony A37

Here, we will be looking at the Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sony A37, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. The resolution of the DP3 Merrill (15MP) and the A37 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The DP3 Merrill was announced 8 months later than the A37 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Sigma DP3 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A37 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the DP3 Merrill scores against the A37 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP3 Merrill and Sony SLT-A37. The whole galleries are viewable at Sigma DP3 Merrill Gallery and Sony A37 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP3 Merrill has external measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Sony A37 has measurements of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 506 grams (1.12 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the DP3 Merrill vs the A37.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP3 Merrill and A37 is 83 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements purely by viewing specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the DP3 Merrill and A37.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony A37 to render extra detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer DP3 Merrill is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.