Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sony ZV-1

In this article, we will be analyzing the Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sony ZV-1, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the DP3 Merrill (15MP) and ZV-1 (20MP) and the DP3 Merrill (APS-C) and ZV-1 (1") possess different sensor sizes.

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The DP3 Merrill was unveiled 8 years prior to the ZV-1 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the DP3 Merrill scores versus the ZV-1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP3 Merrill & Sony ZV-1. The full galleries are viewable at Sigma DP3 Merrill Gallery & Sony ZV-1 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and size. The Sigma DP3 Merrill features outer dimensions of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Sony ZV-1 has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Contrast the Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sony ZV-1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the DP3 Merrill and the ZV-1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP3 Merrill and ZV-1 is 83 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements purely by looking through specifications. The visual below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP3 Merrill and ZV-1.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The DP3 Merrill using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Sony ZV-1 will render more detail having an extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The older DP3 Merrill will be behind in sensor tech.