Samsung DV300F vs Sigma SD15

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Samsung DV300F versus Sigma SD15, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the DV300F (16MP) and SD15 (5MP) and the DV300F (1/2.3") and SD15 (APS-C) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The DV300F was released 23 months later than the SD15 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung DV300F being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD15 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the DV300F grades vs the SD15 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung DV300F and Sigma SD15. The complete galleries are available at Samsung DV300F Gallery and Sigma SD15 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and volume. The Samsung DV300F features exterior dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Sigma SD15 has sizing of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung DV300F versus Sigma SD15 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the DV300F versus the SD15.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the DV300F and SD15 is 96 and 59 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading technical specs. The graphic underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the DV300F and SD15.

As you have seen, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The DV300F featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Samsung DV300F will deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher DV300F is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.