Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sony A77 II
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![Sigma SD1 Merrill front Sigma SD1 Merrill front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Sigma-SD1-Merrill-ek-fs.jpg)
![Sony SLT-A77 II front Sony SLT-A77 II front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-SLT-A77-II/Sony-A77-II-front.jpg)
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Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sony A77 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 790g - 146 x 113 x 80mm
- Introduced April 2012
- Earlier Model is Sigma SD1
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 50 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 647g - 143 x 104 x 81mm
- Announced May 2014
- Older Model is Sony A77
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Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sony A77 II Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sony A77 II, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Sigma and Sony. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the SD1 Merrill (15MP) and A77 II (24MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (APS-C).
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The SD1 Merrill was brought out 3 years before the A77 II and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SD1 Merrill grades against the A77 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sony A77 II Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma SD1 Merrill and Sony SLT-A77 II. The entire galleries are viewable at Sigma SD1 Merrill Gallery and Sony A77 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma SD1 Merrill over the Sony A77 II
SD1 Merrill | A77 II |
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Reasons to pick Sony A77 II over the Sigma SD1 Merrill
A77 II | SD1 Merrill | |||
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Announced | May 2014 | ![]() | April 2012 | Fresher by 25 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+769k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Sigma SD1 Merrill and Sony A77 II
SD1 Merrill | A77 II | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen size |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sony A77 II Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sigma SD1 Merrill has exterior 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 A77 II has proportions of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") with a weight of 647 grams (1.43 lbs).
Examine the Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sony A77 II in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the SD1 Merrill vs the A77 II.
![Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sony A77 II size comparison Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sony A77 II size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sigma-SD1-Merrill-vs-Sony-SLT-A77-II-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SD1 Merrill and A77 II is 57 and 62 respectively.
![Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sony A77 II top view buttons comparison Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sony A77 II top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sigma-SD1-Merrill-vs-Sony-SLT-A77-II-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sony A77 II Sensor Comparison
Often, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing purely by going through specs. The visual underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SD1 Merrill and A77 II.
As you can plainly see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony A77 II to produce extra detail having its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older SD1 Merrill will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
![Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sony A77 II sensor size comparison Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sony A77 II sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Sigma-SD1-Merrill-vs-Sony-SLT-A77-II-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sony A77 II Screen and ViewFinder
![Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sony A77 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sony A77 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sigma-SD1-Merrill-vs-Sony-SLT-A77-II-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Sigma SD1 Merrill vs Sony A77 II Specifications
Sigma SD1 Merrill | Sony SLT-A77 II | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Sigma | Sony |
Model type | Sigma SD1 Merrill | Sony SLT-A77 II |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2012-04-10 | 2014-05-21 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Dual True II | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS (Foveon X3) | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 24 x 16mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 384.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4800 x 3200 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 79 |
Cross type focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Sigma SA | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Available lenses | 76 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 96 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | - | 30s |
Max shutter speed | - | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 12.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, fill, rear sync, slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 790 grams (1.74 lb) | 647 grams (1.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 146 x 113 x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") | 143 x 104 x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 82 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 24.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1013 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 480 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (Yes (2 or 12 sec)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I, UDMA compatible) | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $2,339 | $1,198 |