Samsung DV300F vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

Lets look more closely at the Samsung DV300F vs Sigma DP2 Quattro, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. The resolution of the DV300F (16MP) and the DP2 Quattro (20MP) is relatively similar but the DV300F (1/2.3") and DP2 Quattro (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The DV300F was unveiled 3 years earlier than the DP2 Quattro which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung DV300F being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the DV300F grades against the DP2 Quattro in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung DV300F and Sigma DP2 Quattro. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung DV300F Gallery and Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung DV300F enjoys outer measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Sigma DP2 Quattro has sizing of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung DV300F vs Sigma DP2 Quattro in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the DV300F and the DP2 Quattro.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the DV300F and DP2 Quattro is 96 and 70 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading a spec sheet. The image below might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the DV300F and DP2 Quattro.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The DV300F using its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Sigma DP2 Quattro will deliver extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged DV300F is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.