Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sony T99

On this page, we will be matching up the Sigma SD1 Merrill and Sony T99, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Sigma and Sony. The resolution of the SD1 Merrill (15MP) and the T99 (14MP) is relatively well matched but the SD1 Merrill (APS-C) and T99 (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

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The SD1 Merrill was released 22 months later than the T99 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Sigma SD1 Merrill being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony T99 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SD1 Merrill matches up versus the T99 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma SD1 Merrill & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The complete galleries are viewable at Sigma SD1 Merrill Gallery & Sony T99 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sigma SD1 Merrill offers outside measurements 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 T99 has dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma SD1 Merrill and Sony T99 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the SD1 Merrill vs the T99.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD1 Merrill and T99 is 57 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by checking specifications. The graphic below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SD1 Merrill and T99.

Plainly, both of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SD1 Merrill featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sigma SD1 Merrill will give more detail as a result of its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger SD1 Merrill provides a benefit in sensor technology.