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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
60
Overall
48
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 front
 
Sigma DP2 Quattro front
Portability
70
Imaging
63
Features
38
Overall
53

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Key Specs

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
  • Revealed January 2014
Sigma DP2 Quattro
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • No Video
  • 45mm (F2.8) lens
  • 395g - 161 x 67 x 82mm
  • Launched February 2014
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Overview

Here is a thorough analysis of the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus Sigma DP2 Quattro, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sigma. The image resolution of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the DP2 Quattro (20MP) is very well matched but the Galaxy Camera 2 (1/2.3") and DP2 Quattro (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The Galaxy Camera 2 was launched within a month of the DP2 Quattro so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Galaxy Camera 2 matches up versus the DP2 Quattro in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Sigma DP2 Quattro

 Galaxy Camera 2 DP2 Quattro 
Display size4.8"3"Larger display (+1.8")
Display resolution1037k920kClearer display (+117k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 Quattro over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

 DP2 Quattro Galaxy Camera 2 

Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sigma DP2 Quattro

 Galaxy Camera 2 DP2 Quattro 
LaunchedJanuary 2014February 2014Similar age
Manual focus More accurate focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has got outer measurements of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 Quattro has measurements of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") having a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus Sigma DP2 Quattro in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 versus the DP2 Quattro.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 2 and DP2 Quattro is 90 and 70 respectively.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro top view buttons comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy Camera 2 and DP2 Quattro.

Clearly, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Galaxy Camera 2 featuring a tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Sigma DP2 Quattro will give more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro sensor size comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
Portrait photography with Sigma DP2 Quattro
44
manual focus
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
offers face detection focusing
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
77
focusing manually
good resolution (20 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
comes with face detect focus
saves RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 as a Street photography camera
Sigma DP2 Quattro as a Street photography camera
65
image stabilization (Optical)
supports focus by touch
lighter than competition (283g)
no articulating screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
61
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Sports photography advice
Sigma DP2 Quattro Sports photography advice
48
great zoom range (23-483mm 21.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
great battery life (400 per charge)
low frames per second (5.0 fps)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
48
good resolution (20 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
focal length is fixed (45mm)
low fps (3.0 frames/s)
does not have image stabilization
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
Travel photography with Sigma DP2 Quattro
73
great battery life (400 per charge)
lighter than competition (283g)
supports bluetooth
supports focus by touch
megapixel count good (16MP)
has built in flash
relatively wide (23mm)
very long reach (483mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
does not offer selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f2.8)
53
good resolution (20 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
Photography Glossary

Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
Landscape photography with Sigma DP2 Quattro
52
manual focus
relatively wide (23mm)
bigger than average screen (4.8")
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16MP)
great battery life (400 shots)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
does not have Time Lapse function
59
focusing manually
screen size is good (3 inches)
good resolution (20MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (45mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not have image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 as a Vlogging camera
Sigma DP2 Quattro as a Vlogging camera
37
relatively wide (23mm)
touchscreen enabled
image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detection focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
comes with external mic socket
lighter than competition (283 grams)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
does not offer selfie friendly display
9
lack of video recording
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sigma DP2 Quattro
 Samsung Galaxy Camera 2Sigma DP2 Quattro
General Information
Brand Samsung Sigma
Model type Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Sigma DP2 Quattro
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Large Sensor Compact
Revealed 2014-01-02 2014-02-13
Body design Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Processor 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos TRUE III engine
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 20 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3456 5424 x 3616
Maximum native ISO 3200 6400
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 23-483mm (21.0x) 45mm (1x)
Largest aperture f/2.8-5.9 f/2.8
Macro focusing range 10cm -
Crop factor 5.8 1.5
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 4.8 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 1,037k dot 920k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display technology HD Super Clear Touch Display TFT color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 16 secs 30 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 5.0fps 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.80 m no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix no built-in flash
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 -
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 None
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 283 grams (0.62 pounds) 395 grams (0.87 pounds)
Physical dimensions 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") 161 x 67 x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 400 shots -
Battery form Battery Pack -
Battery ID Built-in BP-51
Self timer Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC -
Storage slots 1 1
Price at launch $400 $931