Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sony A9

Here, we are matching up the Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sony A9, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Sigma and Sony. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the SD1 Merrill (15MP) and A9 (24MP) and the SD1 Merrill (APS-C) and A9 (Full frame) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SD1 Merrill was brought out 6 years before the A9 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Sigma SD1 Merrill being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SD1 Merrill grades vs the A9 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma SD1 Merrill and Sony Alpha A9. The entire galleries are viewable at Sigma SD1 Merrill Gallery and Sony A9 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Sigma SD1 Merrill has got physical dimensions of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") along with a weight of 790 grams (1.74 lbs) and the Sony A9 has sizing of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs).

Compare the Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sony A9 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the SD1 Merrill vs the A9.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SD1 Merrill and A9 is 57 and 65 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specifications. The visual underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD1 Merrill and A9.

To sum up, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SD1 Merrill featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Sony A9 will offer you greater detail having its extra 9MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The older SD1 Merrill is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.