Samsung CL80 vs Sigma DP2

Here, we are analyzing the Samsung CL80 versus Sigma DP2, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the CL80 (14MP) and DP2 (5MP) and the CL80 (1/2.3") and DP2 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The CL80 was announced 4 months later than the DP2 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the CL80 matches up vs the DP2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung CL80 and Sigma DP2. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung CL80 Gallery and Sigma DP2 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung CL80 comes with outside measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

See the Samsung CL80 versus Sigma DP2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the CL80 vs the DP2.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the CL80 and DP2 is 95 and 86 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements simply by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the CL80 and DP2.

Clearly, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The CL80 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Samsung CL80 will provide you with greater detail with its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively.