Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Sigma DP3 Merrill and Samsung NX11 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Sigma DP3 Merrill has external dimensions of 122 x 67 x 59 mm (4.8 x 2.64 x 2.32″) and weighs 330 g (0.73 lb / 11.64 oz) (including batteries). Samsung NX11 has external dimensions of 123 x 87 x 40 mm (4.84 x 3.43 x 1.57″) and weighs 499 g (1.10 lb / 17.60 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Sigma DP3 Merrill and the Samsung NX11. Sigma DP3 Merrill is 1mm narrower and 20mm shorter than Samsung NX11 but it is also 44mm thicker. As you can tell, actually this is not a fair size comparison since Sigma DP3 Merrill has a built-in lens but Samsung NX11 doesn't. Once you put a lens on NX11, its thickness will increase significantly.
Comparison image of the Sigma DP3 Merrill and the Samsung NX11 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Sigma DP3 Merrill and Samsung NX11.
Comparison image of the Sigma DP3 Merrill and the Samsung NX11 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Sigma DP3 Merrill and Samsung NX11.
Top View Comparison image of the Sigma DP3 Merrill and the Samsung NX11 Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Sigma DP3 Merrill is significantly lighter (169g ) than the Samsung NX11 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Again, this comparison may not be very useful in real life as we are comparing the weight of a camera with a built-in lens to the body-only weight of an interchangeable lens camera. Once you put a lens on NX11, the total kit will weigh much higher.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Sigma DP3 Merrill nor Samsung NX11 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing Top Mirrorless Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Sigma DP3 Merrill and Samsung NX11's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.
