• APS-C 369.0mm2
  • 14.8 megapixels
  • 45.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2 inch 30.7mm2
  • 16.0 megapixels
  • 25.00mm - 500.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Sigma DP2 Merrill advantages over Fujifilm F900EXR

  • Larger sensor
    APS-C vs 1/2 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 5.00 vs 1.39 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Larger lens aperture
    f/2.8 vs f/3.5
    Take photos in low-light or isolate your subject
  • Manual focus
    Yes vs No
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • More dots on screen
    922k vs 460k 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 8 sec
    Long exposures for night shots

Fujifilm F900EXR advantages over Sigma DP2 Merrill

  • Less expensive
    $400 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
    500 mm vs 45 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 260 vs 97 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Thinner
    36 mm vs 58 mm
    Thinner
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Lighter weight
    232g vs 355g
    Lighter weight
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Wider angle lens
    25 mm vs 45 mm
    Capture more of the scene
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    11.0 fps vs 4.0 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Higher extended ISO
    12800 vs 6400 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • RAW file ability
    Both provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later

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

User reviews

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The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm F600EXR

Sigma DP2 Merrill
Fujifilm F600EXR
  • $3194
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $271
  • 1/2 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
Fujifilm F900EXR
Fujifilm F600EXR
  • $269
  • 1/2 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $271
  • 1/2 inch
  • Bigger JPEG buffer

Compared to Fujifilm F750EXR

Sigma DP2 Merrill
Fujifilm F750EXR
  • $3194
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $287
  • 1/2 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
Fujifilm F900EXR
Fujifilm F750EXR
  • $269
  • 1/2 inch
  • RAW file ability
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $287
  • 1/2 inch

Compared to Fujifilm F770EXR

Sigma DP2 Merrill
Fujifilm F770EXR
  • $3194
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $253
  • 1/2 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
Fujifilm F900EXR
Fujifilm F770EXR
  • $269
  • 1/2 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • Shoots 60p video
  • $253
  • 1/2 inch

Compared to Fujifilm F800EXR

Sigma DP2 Merrill
Fujifilm F800EXR
  • $3194
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $350
  • 1/2 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
Fujifilm F900EXR
Fujifilm F800EXR
  • $269
  • 1/2 inch
  • Shoots 60p video
  • Faster JPEG shooting
  • $350
  • 1/2 inch

Compared to Fujifilm F850EXR

Sigma DP2 Merrill
Fujifilm F850EXR
  • $3194
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $280
  • 1/2 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
Fujifilm F900EXR
Fujifilm F850EXR
  • $269
  • 1/2 inch
  • RAW file ability
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $280
  • 1/2 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More dots on screen
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