• APS-C 369.0mm2
  • 14.8 megapixels
  • 45.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 16.0 megapixels
  • 28.00mm - 224.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Sigma DP2 Merrill advantages over Canon 130 IS

  • Larger sensor
    APS-C vs 1/2.3 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 5.00 vs 1.34 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • RAW file ability
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Manual focus
    Yes vs No
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • More dots on screen
    922k vs 461k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • Hot shoe
    Hot shoe vs None
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Longer exposure
    30 vs 15 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    4.0 fps vs 0.8 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)

Canon 130 IS advantages over Sigma DP2 Merrill

  • Less expensive
    $200 vs $1000 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • More telephoto lens reach
    224 mm vs 45 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 190 vs 97 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Thinner
    20 mm vs 58 mm
    Thinner
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Lighter weight
    133g vs 355g
    Lighter weight
  • Wider angle lens
    28 mm vs 45 mm
    Capture more of the scene

Similarities

Common Strengths

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
  • 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 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
  • 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 Samsung ST200F

Sigma DP2 Merrill
Samsung ST200F
  • $3194
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $225
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Samsung ST200F

Canon 130 IS
Samsung ST200F
  • $250
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • HDMI out
  • Longer exposure
  • $225
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Canon 130 IS vs Samsung ST200F

Compared to Sony W690

Sigma DP2 Merrill
Sony W690
  • $3194
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $257
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sony W690

Canon 130 IS
Sony W690
  • $250
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • HDMI out
  • $257
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Wider angle lens
  • Faster JPEG shooting

Compare Canon 130 IS vs Sony W690

Compared to Sony WX80

Sigma DP2 Merrill
Sony WX80
  • $3194
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Less expensive

Compare Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sony WX80

Canon 130 IS
Sony WX80
  • $250
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More dots on screen
  • Longer exposure
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Canon 130 IS vs Sony WX80

Compared to Samsung WB30F

Sigma DP2 Merrill
Samsung WB30F
  • $3194
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $265
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Samsung WB30F

Canon 130 IS
Samsung WB30F
  • $250
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • HDMI out
  • More dots on screen
  • $265
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Wider angle lens

Compare Canon 130 IS vs Samsung WB30F

Compared to Canon 140 IS

Sigma DP2 Merrill
Canon 140 IS
  • $3194
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Canon 140 IS

Canon 130 IS
Canon 140 IS
  • $250
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • HDMI out
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive

Compare Canon 130 IS vs Canon 140 IS

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