• APS-C 369.0mm2
  • 14.8 megapixels
  • 45.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • APS-C 366.6mm2
  • 26.1 megapixels
  • ISO 160 - 12,800

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Differences

Sigma DP2 Merrill advantages over Fujifilm X-T30

  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 5.00 vs 3.77 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)

Fujifilm X-T30 advantages over Sigma DP2 Merrill

  • Focus peaking
    Peaker vs Non-peaker
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (DCI) vs No
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Touch vs No touch
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Tiltable vs Fixed
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 380 vs 97 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Newer
    5 years vs 11 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Shoots 24p video
    Yes vs No
    Gives your movies a big-screen feel
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • More pixels
    26.1 vs 14.8 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Longer exposure
    900 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Bulb shutter
    Bulb vs No bulb
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    20.0 fps vs 4.0 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
    28 vs 7 shots
    Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)
  • Faster RAW shooting
    20.0 fps vs 4.0 fps
    Faster RAW shooting in burst mode
  • Bigger RAW buffer
    17 vs 7 shots
    Larger buffer for RAW shots (burst mode)
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Faster shutter
    1/32000 vs 1/2000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light
  • Higher extended ISO
    51200 vs 6400 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Rear display
    Both provide
    Review photos on the back of the camera
  • RAW file ability
    Both provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Manual focus
    Both provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Neither provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • Dual card slots
    Neither provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

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Review Excerpt

  • Same great image quality as the X-T3; Excellent high ISO performance for an APS-C camera; Improved hybrid AF system with full image area coverage; Fast AF speeds; 4K video up to 30p; Compact design; Great value.

  • Slightly higher noise levels than predecessor; No in-body image stabilization; Single card slot; No dedicated headphone jack; No weather sealing.

The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm X-E3

Sigma DP2 Merrill
Fujifilm X-E3
  • $3194
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Eye-level viewfinder
Fujifilm X-T30
Fujifilm X-E3
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Tiltable Screen
  • Internal flash
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Fast startup

Compared to Fujifilm X-T200

Sigma DP2 Merrill
Fujifilm X-T200
  • $3194
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
  • $799
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Focus peaking
Fujifilm X-T30
Fujifilm X-T200
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Longer stills battery life
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
  • $799
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Longer video battery life

Compared to Canon EOS M50 II

Sigma DP2 Merrill
Canon EOS M50 II
  • $3194
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $549
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Tilt-swivel screen
Fujifilm X-T30
Canon EOS M50 II
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Larger sensor
  • $549
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compared to Nikon Z fc

Sigma DP2 Merrill
Nikon Z fc
  • $3194
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
  • $890
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Eye-level viewfinder
Fujifilm X-T30
Nikon Z fc
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Internal flash
  • $890
  • APS-C
  • Longer video battery life
  • Newer

Compared to Fujifilm X-T30 II

Sigma DP2 Merrill
Fujifilm X-T30 II
  • $3194
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • $900
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Eye-level viewfinder
Fujifilm X-T30
Fujifilm X-T30 II
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • $900
  • APS-C
  • Newer
  • More dots on screen
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