Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sony A37

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Sigma SD1 Merrill and Sony A37, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Sigma and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SD1 Merrill (15MP) and the A37 (16MP) is very similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The SD1 Merrill was announced at a similar time to the A37 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma SD1 Merrill being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A37 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SD1 Merrill grades versus the A37 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma SD1 Merrill & Sony SLT-A37. The whole galleries are viewable at Sigma SD1 Merrill Gallery & Sony A37 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Sigma SD1 Merrill provides external dimensions 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 A37 has proportions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 506 grams (1.12 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the SD1 Merrill versus the A37.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SD1 Merrill and A37 is 57 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading specifications. The pic below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD1 Merrill and A37.

Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony A37 to offer you extra detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics far more aggressively.