Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sony TX100V

Below is a in-depth comparison of the Sigma SD1 Merrill and Sony TX100V, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Sigma and Sony. The resolution of the SD1 Merrill (15MP) and the TX100V (16MP) is very well matched but the SD1 Merrill (APS-C) and TX100V (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SD1 Merrill was introduced 16 months later than the TX100V making the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer different body type with the Sigma SD1 Merrill being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony TX100V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the SD1 Merrill matches up vs the TX100V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma SD1 Merrill and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V. The whole galleries are available at Sigma SD1 Merrill Gallery and Sony TX100V Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Sigma SD1 Merrill comes with exterior measurements of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") having a weight of 790 grams (1.74 lbs) whilst the Sony TX100V has specifications of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Look at the Sigma SD1 Merrill and Sony TX100V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the SD1 Merrill versus the TX100V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SD1 Merrill and TX100V is 57 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SD1 Merrill and TX100V.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The SD1 Merrill having a larger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Sony TX100V will give you extra detail using its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern SD1 Merrill is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.