Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sigma SD9

In this write-up, we are comparing the Sigma SD1 Merrill and Sigma SD9, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras and both are designed by Sigma. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the SD1 Merrill (15MP) and SD9 (3MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The SD1 Merrill was manufactured 9 years later than the SD9 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SD1 Merrill grades versus the SD9 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma SD1 Merrill and Sigma SD9. The entire galleries are available at Sigma SD1 Merrill Gallery and Sigma SD9 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and size. The Sigma SD1 Merrill comes with physical measurements of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 790 grams (1.74 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD9 has specifications of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

Analyze the Sigma SD1 Merrill and Sigma SD9 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the SD1 Merrill against the SD9.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SD1 Merrill and SD9 is 57 and 54 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking specs. The visual underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SD1 Merrill and SD9.

All in all, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sigma SD1 Merrill to resolve more detail due to its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger SD1 Merrill will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.