Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sony A200

Let's examine more closely at the Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sony A200, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Sigma and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the SD1 Merrill (15MP) and A200 (10MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The SD1 Merrill was announced 3 years later than the A200 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Sigma SD1 Merrill being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A200 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SD1 Merrill matches up against the A200 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma SD1 Merrill & Sony Alpha DSLR-A200. The whole galleries are provided at Sigma SD1 Merrill Gallery & Sony A200 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Sigma SD1 Merrill provides exterior 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) and the Sony A200 has proportions of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") along with a weight of 572 grams (1.26 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the SD1 Merrill against the A200.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SD1 Merrill and A200 is 57 and 66 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading through specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SD1 Merrill and A200.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sigma SD1 Merrill to resolve greater detail with its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer SD1 Merrill will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.