This camera differs from the DP2 Merrill, which was released in June, due to its wider focal length.

ENGADGET: Sigma finally announces price and availability for DP1 Merrill compact

The DP2 Merrill has a 30mm F2.8 lens, which is the equivalent to a 45mm lens on a 35mm SLR camera.

ENGADGET: Sigma finally announces price and availability for DP1 Merrill compact

The SIGMA DP1 Merrill is designed for wide angle images, the SIGMA DP2 Merrill is for standard range, while the DP3 Merrill rounds out the series with a camera for all shooting situations.

ENGADGET: Sigma DP3 Merrill packs a Foveon X3 sensor and a fixed F2.8, 75mm-equivalent lens