Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sigma DP2s

Here is a detailed assessment of the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sigma DP2s, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Samsung and Sigma. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and DP2s (5MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (1/2.3") and DP2s (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.

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The Galaxy Camera 2 was introduced 3 years later than the DP2s and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Galaxy Camera 2 scores vs the DP2s in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 & Sigma DP2s. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery & Sigma DP2s Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 provides physical dimensions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs) while 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).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 vs the DP2s.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 2 and DP2s is 90 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specifications. The visual below might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy Camera 2 and DP2s.

To sum up, each of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Galaxy Camera 2 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 will deliver more detail using its extra 11MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The newer Galaxy Camera 2 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.