Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sony HX200V

Let's look more in depth at the Sigma SD1 Merrill and Sony HX200V, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. The image resolution of the SD1 Merrill (15MP) and the HX200V (18MP) is relatively close but the SD1 Merrill (APS-C) and HX200V (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.

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The SD1 Merrill was released around the same time to the HX200V and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Sigma SD1 Merrill being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SD1 Merrill scores against the HX200V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma SD1 Merrill and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The complete galleries are provided at Sigma SD1 Merrill Gallery and Sony HX200V Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Sigma SD1 Merrill provides exterior dimensions of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") with a weight of 790 grams (1.74 lbs) and the Sony HX200V has measurements of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

Examine the Sigma SD1 Merrill and Sony HX200V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the SD1 Merrill compared to the HX200V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD1 Merrill and HX200V is 57 and 66 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements purely by viewing technical specs. The visual here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD1 Merrill and HX200V.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SD1 Merrill due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Sony HX200V will provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively.