Samsung DV300F vs Sigma DP2s
96 Imaging
39 Features
33 Overall
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86 Imaging
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Samsung DV300F vs Sigma DP2s Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 133g - 95 x 57 x 18mm
- Released January 2012
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Announced February 2010
- Previous Model is Sigma DP2
- Newer Model is Sigma DP2x
Samsung DV300F vs Sigma DP2s Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Samsung DV300F and Sigma DP2s, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the DV300F (16MP) and DP2s (5MP) and the DV300F (1/2.3") and DP2s (APS-C) feature different sensor sizing.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe DV300F was launched 23 months after the DP2s which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung DV300F being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the DV300F grades against the DP2s in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung DV300F vs Sigma DP2s Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung DV300F & Sigma DP2s. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung DV300F Gallery & Sigma DP2s Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Sigma DP2s
DV300F | DP2s | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | February 2010 | Newer by 23 months | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2s over the Samsung DV300F
DP2s | DV300F | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focusing |
Common features in the Samsung DV300F and Sigma DP2s
DV300F | DP2s | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Samsung DV300F vs Sigma DP2s Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung DV300F comes with exterior measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Sigma DP2s has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
Check the Samsung DV300F and Sigma DP2s in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the DV300F against the DP2s.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the DV300F and DP2s is 96 and 86 respectively.
Samsung DV300F vs Sigma DP2s Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions purely by checking technical specs. The image here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the DV300F and DP2s.
As you have seen, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The DV300F featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh trickier and the Samsung DV300F will resolve more detail utilizing its extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher DV300F provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
Samsung DV300F vs Sigma DP2s Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung DV300F vs Sigma DP2s Specifications
Samsung DV300F | Sigma DP2s | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sigma |
Model | Samsung DV300F | Sigma DP2s |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-01-02 | 2010-02-20 |
Body design | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | True II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 5 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 2640 x 1760 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 50 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 41mm (1x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.5-6.3 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.5" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16 secs | 15 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.10 m | 4.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) | 320 x 240 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 320x240 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133 grams (0.29 pounds) | 280 grams (0.62 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | BP88 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/MMC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $200 | $940 |