Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma DP1 Merrill
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Introduced August 2012
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- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- " Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F2.8) lens
- 330g - 122 x 67 x 64mm
- Released February 2012
- Successor is Sigma DP2 Merrill
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Overview
The following is a comprehensive overview of the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G versus Sigma DP1 Merrill, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Samsung and Sigma. The resolution of the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and the DP1 Merrill (15MP) is pretty similar but the Galaxy Camera 4G (1/2.3") and DP1 Merrill (APS-C) offer different sensor size.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe Galaxy Camera 4G was launched 7 months after the DP1 Merrill which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Galaxy Camera 4G grades against the DP1 Merrill when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Sigma DP1 Merrill
Galaxy Camera 4G | DP1 Merrill | |||
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Released | August 2012 | February 2012 | Newer by 7 months | |
Screen dimensions | 4.8" | " | Bigger screen (+4.8") | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1 Merrill over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
DP1 Merrill | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 920k | 0k | Sharper screen (+920k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sigma DP1 Merrill
Galaxy Camera 4G | DP1 Merrill | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G features exterior measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1 Merrill has sizing of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G versus Sigma DP1 Merrill in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the Galaxy Camera 4G and the DP1 Merrill.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 4G and DP1 Merrill is 90 and 82 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reviewing a spec sheet. The image below should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy Camera 4G and DP1 Merrill.
Clearly, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Galaxy Camera 4G because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G will deliver more detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher Galaxy Camera 4G provides an edge in sensor tech.
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | Sigma DP1 Merrill | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sigma |
Model type | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | Sigma DP1 Merrill |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-08-29 | 2012-02-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 1.4GHz Quad-Core | Dual TRUE II engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 24 x 16mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 384.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 15 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Peak resolution | - | 4704 x 3136 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-481mm (20.9x) | () |
Highest aperture | - | f/2.8 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 4.8 inch | - |
Screen resolution | 0 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure 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 | 640 x 480 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 305g (0.67 lb) | 330g (0.73 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 122 x 67 x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | ||
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $550 | $1,250 |