| General | Sigma DP2 Merrill | Sigma DP3 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sigma | Sigma |
| Model | DP2 Merrill | DP3 Merrill |
| Predecessor Model | Sigma DP1 Merrill | Sigma DP2 Merrill |
| Successor Model | Sigma DP3 Merrill | |
| Camera Type | Point & Shoot | Point & Shoot |
| Body Type | Advanced Compact | Advanced Compact |
| Video Capture |
| Sensor | Sigma DP2 Merrill | Sigma DP3 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Type | CMOS (Foveon X3) | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
| Sensor Size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor Dimensions | 24 x 16 mm | 24 x 16 mm |
| Total Pixels | 48 Megapixel | 48 Megapixel |
| Effective Pixels | 46 Megapixel | 46 Megapixel |
| Low Pass Filter | ||
| Native ISO Range | 100 - 6,400 | 100 - 6,400 |
| Photo | Sigma DP2 Merrill | Sigma DP3 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dual TRUE II engine | Dual TRUE II engine |
| Max Image Resolution | 4704 x 3136 | 4704 x 3136 |
| Timelapse Recording | ||
| WB Bracketing |
| Focus | Sigma DP2 Merrill | Sigma DP3 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Cross-type Focus Points | 0 | |
| Touch-to-Focus | ||
| Live View Autofocus | ||
| Contrast Detection for Autofocus | ||
| Phase Detection for Autofocus |
| Optics | Sigma DP2 Merrill | Sigma DP3 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| 35mm Equivalent Focal Length Range | 50 mm | 75 mm |
| Optical Zoom | 1x | 1x |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Image Stabilization |
| Screen | Sigma DP2 Merrill | Sigma DP3 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Type | Fixed | Fixed |
| Touch Screen | ||
| Screen Size | 3.0" | 3.0" |
| Screen Resolution | 920k dot | 920k dot |
| Top LCD Screen | ||
| Live View |
| Viewfinder | Sigma DP2 Merrill | Sigma DP3 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Viewfinder |
| Shutter | Sigma DP2 Merrill | Sigma DP3 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Max Continuous Shooting | 4.0 fps | 4.0 fps |
| Flash | Sigma DP2 Merrill | Sigma DP3 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | ||
| Flash Modes | No | No |
| External Flash Connectivity | ||
| External Flash Connection | Shoe Mount | Shoe Mount |
| Exposure | Sigma DP2 Merrill | Sigma DP3 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Exposure Compensation | ±3 (at 1/3 EV increments) | ±2 (at 1/3 EV increments) |
| Exposure Bracketing |
| Video | Sigma DP2 Merrill | Sigma DP3 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Video Formats | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Max Video Resolution | 640 x 480 | 640 x 480 |
| Unlimited Video Recording |
| Terminals | Sigma DP2 Merrill | Sigma DP3 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| USB Speed | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Speaker | Mono | Mono |
| Built-in Microphone | Mono | Stereo |
| Microphone Input | ||
| Headphone Output |
| Connectivity | Sigma DP2 Merrill | Sigma DP3 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in GPS | ||
| Built-In Wi-Fi | ||
| Built-In Bluetooth |
| Environmental | Sigma DP2 Merrill | Sigma DP3 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Sealing |
| Physical | Sigma DP2 Merrill | Sigma DP3 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 122 x 67 x 59 mm (4.8 x 2.64 x 2.32") | 122 x 67 x 59 mm (4.8 x 2.64 x 2.32") |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 330 g (0.73 lb / 11.64 oz) | 330 g (0.73 lb / 11.64 oz) |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 9.2 x 6.1 x 3.9" | 10 x 6.1 x 4" |
| Package Weight | 2.15 lb | 2.35 lb |
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