Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sony TX10

Below, we are analyzing the Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sony TX10, former being a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. The image resolution of the SD1 Merrill (15MP) and the TX10 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the SD1 Merrill (APS-C) and TX10 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor size.

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The SD1 Merrill was announced 8 months later than the TX10 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Sigma SD1 Merrill being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony TX10 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SD1 Merrill scores vs the TX10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma SD1 Merrill & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10. The whole galleries are available at Sigma SD1 Merrill Gallery & Sony TX10 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Sigma SD1 Merrill enjoys exterior 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 TX10 has dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sony TX10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the SD1 Merrill compared to the TX10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SD1 Merrill and TX10 is 57 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SD1 Merrill and TX10.

Clearly, each of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SD1 Merrill with its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Sony TX10 will produce greater detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The newer SD1 Merrill is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.