Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sony S2100

On this page, we are evaluating the Sigma SD1 Merrill and Sony S2100, former being a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Sigma and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the SD1 Merrill (15MP) and S2100 (12MP) and the SD1 Merrill (APS-C) and S2100 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The SD1 Merrill was manufactured 2 years later than the S2100 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Sigma SD1 Merrill being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony S2100 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SD1 Merrill scores versus the S2100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma SD1 Merrill & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The entire galleries are available at Sigma SD1 Merrill Gallery & Sony S2100 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Sigma SD1 Merrill has got outside measurements of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") along with a weight of 790 grams (1.74 lbs) whilst the Sony S2100 has sizing of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Sigma SD1 Merrill and Sony S2100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the SD1 Merrill against the S2100.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SD1 Merrill and S2100 is 57 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The visual underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SD1 Merrill and S2100.

As you have seen, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SD1 Merrill because of its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Sigma SD1 Merrill will offer extra detail due to its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos more aggressively. The newer SD1 Merrill will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.