• APS-C 369.0mm2
  • 14.8 megapixels
  • 45.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • APS-C 369.0mm2
  • 20.3 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 12,800

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Differences

Sigma DP2 Merrill advantages over Samsung NX1100

  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 5.00 vs 4.29 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
    Yes vs No
    A unique sensor design provides sharp photos without moiré

Samsung NX1100 advantages over Sigma DP2 Merrill

  • Less expensive
    $600 vs $1000 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 320 vs 97 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Thinner
    37 mm vs 58 mm
    Thinner
  • 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
    20.3 vs 14.8 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Bulb shutter
    Bulb vs No bulb
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    8.0 fps vs 4.0 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
    11 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
    12800 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
  • 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
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • 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
  • 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 Samsung NX1000

Sigma DP2 Merrill
Samsung NX1000
  • $3194
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
  • $500
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Built-in Wi-Fi

Compare Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Samsung NX1000

Samsung NX1100
Samsung NX1000
  • $450
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • $500
  • APS-C

Compare Samsung NX1100 vs Samsung NX1000

Compared to Sony NEX-3N

Sigma DP2 Merrill
Sony NEX-3N
  • $3194
  • APS-C
  • Higher-res screen
  • Hot shoe
  • $499
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Focus peaking

Compare Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sony NEX-3N

Samsung NX1100
Sony NEX-3N
  • $450
  • APS-C
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • Higher-res screen
  • $499
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Focus peaking

Compare Samsung NX1100 vs Sony NEX-3N

Compared to Sony NEX-5T

Sigma DP2 Merrill
Sony NEX-5T
  • $3194
  • APS-C
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
  • $299
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Less expensive

Compare Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sony NEX-5T

Samsung NX1100
Sony NEX-5T
  • $450
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • More pixels
  • $299
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Focus peaking

Compare Samsung NX1100 vs Sony NEX-5T

Compared to Sony A5000

Sigma DP2 Merrill
Sony A5000
  • $3194
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • Higher-res screen
  • $298
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sony A5000

Samsung NX1100
Sony A5000
  • $450
  • APS-C
  • Higher-res screen
  • Hot shoe
  • $298
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Focus peaking

Compare Samsung NX1100 vs Sony A5000

Compared to Sony A5100

Sigma DP2 Merrill
Sony A5100
  • $3194
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • Higher-res screen
  • $348
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Touchscreen

Compare Sigma DP2 Merrill vs Sony A5100

Samsung NX1100
Sony A5100
  • $450
  • APS-C
  • Higher-res screen
  • Hot shoe
  • $348
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Focus peaking

Compare Samsung NX1100 vs Sony A5100

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