Sigma DP1 Merrill

Sigma DP1 Merrill with 19mm f/2.8 Lens (28mm Equiv)
We should start with my recent review of the Sigma DP2 Merrill (DP2M). If you haven't already done so may I suggest that you read it it now before proceeding on this page? You should know that if anything my praise for that camera is actually understated. The DP2M may have the highest per-pixel usable picture resolution of any camera I have ever used and tested. No, this is not Michael being hyperbolic. In recent weeks I, along with a couple of other well known photographers who also bought their own DP2M (or have been borrowing mine) have been doing comparisons with other gear in their arsenals. In every case they (we) come away shaking our heads and vowing not to publish what we see, because all it will do is stir up the trolls, and create undesirable online nonsense arguments. Who needs the grief?
So, as preface to this report on the brand new Sigma DP1 Merrill (DP1M), I'll simply make one summary statement. It is my opinion that...