• APS-C 369.0mm2
  • 14.8 megapixels
  • 75.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • APS-C 369.7mm2
  • 16.2 megapixels
  • 28.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Sigma DP3 Merrill advantages over Ricoh GR II

  • More telephoto lens reach
    75 mm vs 28 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
    Yes vs No
    A unique sensor design provides sharp photos without moiré

Ricoh GR II advantages over Sigma DP3 Merrill

  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Yes vs No
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 320 vs 97 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Integrated ND filter
    Yes vs No
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • Thinner
    34 mm vs 80 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
  • Lighter weight
    248g vs 400g
    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
    28 mm vs 75 mm
    Capture more of the scene
  • Longer exposure
    300 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Bulb shutter
    Bulb vs No bulb
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
    Unlimited vs 7 shots
    Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)
  • Faster RAW shooting
    6.1 fps vs 4.0 fps
    Faster RAW shooting in burst mode
  • Bigger RAW buffer
    10 vs 7 shots
    Larger buffer for RAW shots (burst mode)
  • Faster shutter
    1/4000 vs 1/2000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light
  • Higher extended ISO
    25600 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
  • 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
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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  • Shooting with a wide prime helps you see new shots; Good performance and fast autofocus; Excellent sharp, bright lens; Very customizable; In-camera Wi-Fi works with more than just Android and iOS; Supports Pentax wireless flash strobes

  • Fixed, wide prime lens isn't for everyone; Cramped controls; Burst capture is slower for JPEGs; Tends too warm under incandescent lighting; Wi-Fi app is poor, and web browser control has cluttered interface

  • Read our Ricoh GR II Review

The Competition

Compared to Nikon Coolpix A

Sigma DP3 Merrill
Nikon Coolpix A
  • $899
  • APS-C
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
  • $1097
  • APS-C
  • Longer stills battery life
  • Internal flash

Compare Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Nikon Coolpix A

Ricoh GR II
Nikon Coolpix A
  • $538
  • APS-C
  • Fast startup
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $1097
  • APS-C
  • Bigger RAW buffer

Compare Ricoh GR II vs Nikon Coolpix A

Compared to Ricoh GR

Sigma DP3 Merrill
Ricoh GR
  • $899
  • APS-C
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
  • $799
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Ricoh GR

Ricoh GR II
Ricoh GR
  • $538
  • APS-C
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • NFC
  • $799
  • APS-C

Compare Ricoh GR II vs Ricoh GR

Compared to Leica X-E (Typ 102)

Sigma DP3 Merrill
Leica X-E (Typ 102)
  • $899
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $1534
  • APS-C
  • Internal flash
  • Thinner

Compare Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Leica X-E (Typ 102)

Ricoh GR II
Leica X-E (Typ 102)
  • $538
  • APS-C
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • NFC
  • $1534
  • APS-C
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Has anti-aliasing filter

Compare Ricoh GR II vs Leica X-E (Typ 102)

Compared to Fujifilm X70

Sigma DP3 Merrill
Fujifilm X70
  • $899
  • APS-C
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Touchscreen

Compare Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Fujifilm X70

Ricoh GR II
Fujifilm X70
  • $538
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • NFC
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Touchscreen

Compare Ricoh GR II vs Fujifilm X70

Compared to Fujifilm XF10

Sigma DP3 Merrill
Fujifilm XF10
  • $899
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $499
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Shoot 4K video

Compare Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Fujifilm XF10

Ricoh GR II
Fujifilm XF10
  • $538
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • NFC
  • $499
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Shoot 4K video

Compare Ricoh GR II vs Fujifilm XF10

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