• APS-C 369.0mm2
  • 14.8 megapixels
  • 75.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • APS-C 364.3mm2
  • 19.6 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 6400

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Differences

Sigma DP3 Merrill advantages over Sigma sd Quattro

  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 5.00 vs 4.33 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Lighter weight
    400g vs 625g
    Lighter weight
  • Faster RAW shooting
    4.0 fps vs 3.6 fps
    Faster RAW shooting in burst mode

Sigma sd Quattro advantages over Sigma DP3 Merrill

  • Focus peaking
    Peaker vs Non-peaker
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Newer
    8 years vs 11 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • More dots on screen
    1620k vs 922k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • More pixels
    19.6 vs 14.8 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Bulb shutter
    Bulb vs No bulb
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Bigger RAW buffer
    14 vs 7 shots
    Larger buffer for RAW shots (burst mode)
  • Faster shutter
    1/4000 vs 1/2000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

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
  • 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 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
  • 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
  • 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 Sony A3000

Sigma DP3 Merrill
Sony A3000
  • $899
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • Higher-res screen
  • $500
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Focus peaking

Compare Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sony A3000

Sigma sd Quattro
Sony A3000
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • HDMI out
  • $500
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Sigma sd Quattro vs Sony A3000

Compared to Sigma sd Quattro H

Sigma DP3 Merrill
Sigma sd Quattro H
  • $899
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels
  • $1199
  • APS-H
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor

Compare Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Sigma sd Quattro H

Sigma sd Quattro
Sigma sd Quattro H
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • Bigger RAW buffer
  • $1199
  • APS-H
  • Larger sensor
  • More pixels

Compare Sigma sd Quattro vs Sigma sd Quattro H

Compared to Panasonic G9

Sigma DP3 Merrill
Panasonic G9
  • $899
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $1065
  • 4/3
  • Focus peaking
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Panasonic G9

Sigma sd Quattro
Panasonic G9
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Larger sensor
  • $1065
  • 4/3
  • Lens selection
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Sigma sd Quattro vs Panasonic G9

Compared to Fujifilm X-H1

Sigma DP3 Merrill
Fujifilm X-H1
  • $899
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • Lighter weight
  • $1000
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Fujifilm X-H1

Sigma sd Quattro
Fujifilm X-H1
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • More dots on screen
  • $1000
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Sigma sd Quattro vs Fujifilm X-H1

Compared to Nikon Z50

Sigma DP3 Merrill
Nikon Z50
  • $899
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
  • $857
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Sigma DP3 Merrill vs Nikon Z50

Sigma sd Quattro
Nikon Z50
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • More dots on screen
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
  • $857
  • APS-C
  • Shoot 4K video
  • Touchscreen

Compare Sigma sd Quattro vs Nikon Z50

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