• APS-C 368.2mm2
  • 14.6 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • APS-C 369.0mm2
  • 14.8 megapixels
  • 75.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Pentax K20D advantages over Sigma DP3 Merrill

  • Less expensive
    $800 vs $1000 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 530 vs 97 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Top deck display
    Yes vs No
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • Bulb shutter
    Bulb vs No bulb
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
    38 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

Sigma DP3 Merrill advantages over Pentax K20D

  • Newer
    11 years vs 16 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • Lighter weight
    400g vs 802g
    Lighter weight
  • More dots on screen
    922k vs 230k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
    Yes vs No
    A unique sensor design provides sharp photos without moiré
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    4.0 fps vs 2.8 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)

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

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • 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
  • 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
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Pentax K200D

Pentax K20D
Pentax K200D
  • $800
  • APS-C
  • Higher effective ISO
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $800
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Pentax K20D vs Pentax K200D

Sigma DP3 Merrill
Pentax K200D
  • $899
  • APS-C
  • Newer
  • Lighter weight
  • $800
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Pentax K200D

Compared to Samsung GX-20

Pentax K20D
Samsung GX-20
  • $800
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • $1400
  • APS-C
  • Higher effective ISO

Compare Pentax K20D vs Samsung GX-20

Sigma DP3 Merrill
Samsung GX-20
  • $899
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Newer
  • $1400
  • APS-C
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Samsung GX-20

Compared to Sony DSLR-A380

Pentax K20D
Sony DSLR-A380
  • $800
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Fast startup
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Tiltable Screen
  • HDMI out

Compare Pentax K20D vs Sony DSLR-A380

Sigma DP3 Merrill
Sony DSLR-A380
  • $899
  • APS-C
  • Lighter weight
  • More dots on screen
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sony DSLR-A380

Compared to Pentax K-7

Pentax K20D
Pentax K-7
  • $800
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Fast startup
  • $1300
  • APS-C
  • Longer stills battery life
  • HDMI out

Compare Pentax K20D vs Pentax K-7

Sigma DP3 Merrill
Pentax K-7
  • $899
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Lighter weight
  • $1300
  • APS-C
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Pentax K-7

Compared to Sony DSLR-A500

Pentax K20D
Sony DSLR-A500
  • $800
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Top deck display
  • $850
  • APS-C
  • Tiltable Screen
  • Higher effective ISO

Compare Pentax K20D vs Sony DSLR-A500

Sigma DP3 Merrill
Sony DSLR-A500
  • $899
  • APS-C
  • More dots on screen
  • More pixels
  • $850
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sony DSLR-A500

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