Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sigma DP2x
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![Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 front Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-2.jpg)
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sigma DP2x Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Revealed February 2011
- Previous Model is Sigma DP2s
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sigma DP2x Overview
The following is a in depth comparison of the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus Sigma DP2x, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) possess totally different sensor measurements.
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The Galaxy Camera 2 was launched 2 years after the DP2x which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Galaxy Camera 2 scores against the DP2x when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sigma DP2x Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 & Sigma DP2x. The complete galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery & Sigma DP2x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Sigma DP2x
Galaxy Camera 2 | DP2x | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2011 | Newer by 36 months |
Display dimension | 4.8" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+2.3") |
Display resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+807k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
DP2x | Galaxy Camera 2 |
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Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sigma DP2x
Galaxy Camera 2 | DP2x | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sigma DP2x Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has external dimensions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2x has dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
Check out the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 versus Sigma DP2x in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 and the DP2x.
![Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sigma DP2x size comparison Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sigma DP2x size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-2-vs-Sigma-DP2x-size-comparison.jpg)
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy Camera 2 and DP2x is 90 and 86 respectively.
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sigma DP2x Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by going through technical specs. The image underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy Camera 2 and DP2x.
As you have seen, both the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Galaxy Camera 2 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 will produce greater detail utilizing its extra 11MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more modern Galaxy Camera 2 will have a benefit in sensor technology.
![Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sigma DP2x sensor size comparison Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sigma DP2x sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-2-vs-Sigma-DP2x-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sigma DP2x Screen and ViewFinder
![Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sigma DP2x Screen and Viewfinder comparison Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sigma DP2x Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-2-vs-Sigma-DP2x-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sigma DP2x Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | Sigma DP2x | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sigma |
Model | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | Sigma DP2x |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2014-01-02 | 2011-02-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos | True II |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 2640 x 1760 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | 41mm (1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 4.8 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,037 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | HD Super Clear Touch Display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16 seconds | 15 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.80 m | 4.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 320x240 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 283g (0.62 lbs) | 280g (0.62 lbs) |
Dimensions | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" 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 life | 400 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | Built-in | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC/MMC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $400 | $699 |