• APS-C 369.0mm2
  • 14.8 megapixels
  • 75.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • APS-C 370.5mm2
  • 16.3 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 12,500

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Differences

Sigma DP3 Merrill advantages over Leica TL

  • Doesn't require an AA filter
    Yes vs No
    A unique sensor design provides sharp photos without moiré

Leica TL advantages over Sigma DP3 Merrill

  • Touchscreen
    Touch vs No touch
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 400 vs 97 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Thinner
    33 mm vs 80 mm
    Thinner
  • Newer
    7 years vs 11 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • Higher-res screen
    410k vs 307k pixels
    More detail on the screen lets you judge focus and composition
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    5.0 fps vs 4.0 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
    12 vs 7 shots
    Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)
  • Faster shutter
    1/4000 vs 1/2000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light
  • Higher extended ISO
    12500 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
  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Neither provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Neither provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Dual card slots
    Neither provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm X-M1

Sigma DP3 Merrill
Fujifilm X-M1
  • $899
  • APS-C
  • $993
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Focus peaking

Compare Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Fujifilm X-M1

Leica TL
Fujifilm X-M1
  • $1350
  • APS-C
  • Touchscreen
  • Newer
  • $993
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Tiltable Screen

Compare Leica TL vs Fujifilm X-M1

Compared to Leica T (Typ 701)

Sigma DP3 Merrill
Leica T (Typ 701)
  • $899
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
  • $2800
  • APS-C
  • Touchscreen
  • Built-in Wi-Fi

Compare Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Leica T (Typ 701)

Leica TL
Leica T (Typ 701)
  • $1350
  • APS-C
  • $2800
  • APS-C

Compare Leica TL vs Leica T (Typ 701)

Compared to Samsung NX3000

Sigma DP3 Merrill
Samsung NX3000
  • $899
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • Higher-res screen
  • $950
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Samsung NX3000

Leica TL
Samsung NX3000
  • $1350
  • APS-C
  • Touchscreen
  • Internal flash
  • $950
  • APS-C
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Tiltable Screen

Compare Leica TL vs Samsung NX3000

Compared to Canon EOS M10

Sigma DP3 Merrill
Canon EOS M10
  • $899
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Touchscreen

Compare Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Canon EOS M10

Leica TL
Canon EOS M10
  • $1350
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • Tiltable Screen
  • NFC

Compare Leica TL vs Canon EOS M10

Compared to Leica TL2

Sigma DP3 Merrill
Leica TL2
  • $899
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
  • $2495
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Shoot 4K video

Compare Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Leica TL2

Leica TL
Leica TL2
  • $1350
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels
  • $2495
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Shoot 4K video

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