Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sony ZV-1 II

Here is a detailed analysis of the Sigma DP3 Merrill versus Sony ZV-1 II, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Sigma and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the DP3 Merrill (15MP) and ZV-1 II (20MP) and the DP3 Merrill (APS-C) and ZV-1 II (1") posses different sensor sizing.

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The DP3 Merrill was brought out 11 years prior to the ZV-1 II and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple view of how the DP3 Merrill matches up against the ZV-1 II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP3 Merrill & Sony ZV-1 Mark II. The entire galleries are viewable at Sigma DP3 Merrill Gallery & Sony ZV-1 II Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Sigma DP3 Merrill has got outside dimensions of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Sony ZV-1 II has specifications of 106mm x 60mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.9") with a weight of 292 grams (0.64 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma DP3 Merrill versus Sony ZV-1 II in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the DP3 Merrill compared to the ZV-1 II.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP3 Merrill and ZV-1 II is 83 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing purely by viewing technical specs. The visual below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the DP3 Merrill and ZV-1 II.

As you can tell, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The DP3 Merrill due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Sony ZV-1 II will provide you with greater detail having its extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older DP3 Merrill will be behind with regard to sensor tech.