Samsung CL80 vs Sigma DP2s

In this article, we will be analyzing the Samsung CL80 vs Sigma DP2s, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the CL80 (14MP) and DP2s (5MP) and the CL80 (1/2.3") and DP2s (APS-C) feature different sensor sizes.

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The CL80 was revealed at a similar time to the DP2s which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the CL80 scores vs the DP2s for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung CL80 & Sigma DP2s. The full galleries are provided at Samsung CL80 Gallery & Sigma DP2s Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung CL80 has physical measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2s has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the CL80 compared to the DP2s.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CL80 and DP2s is 95 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes only by viewing specs. The image below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the CL80 and DP2s.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The CL80 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Samsung CL80 will result in more detail because of its extra 9MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively.