Sigma DP3 Merrill weighs
330 g (0.73 lb / 11.64 oz) and has external dimensions of
122 x 67 x 59 mm (4.8 x 2.64 x 2.32″) . Considering that the average weight of Large Sensor Compact type cameras is 213g, Sigma DP3 Merrill is a significantly heavy camera for its class. With a thickness of 84mm, it is not small either, 51mm thicker than the average of its class.
Weight Comparison
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Thickness Comparison
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Here is the front and top view image of Sigma DP3 Merrill with the dimensions:
Front and Top View External Dimensions and Size of Sigma DP3 Merrill Camera Body
In order to give you a better idea about the real life size of Sigma DP3 Merrill, we have added an image of how it looks next to a credit card and an AA type battery.
Physical size of the Sigma DP3 Merrill Body Compared to a Credit Card and an AA Battery
Now let's compare Sigma DP3 Merrill size with the camera that it replaced: Sigma DP2 Merrill (Compare DP3 Merrill vs DP2 Merrill ). Sigma DP3 Merrill has the same height and width with Sigma DP2 Merrill. On the other hand, with a thickness of 84mm, it is 25mm thicker.
Comparison image of Sigma DP3 Merrill and Sigma DP2 Merrill Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Below you can find the comparison of the weight and thickness of Sigma DP3 Merrill with its main competitors:
Sigma DP3 Merrill Size Compared to Main Competitors
Weather Sealing
Sigma DP3 Merrill doesn't have any environmental sealings on its body so you got to be extra careful to protect it against water and dust. If you shoot under these conditions very often, consider checking Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing page.
