Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma DP2
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma DP2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Introduced August 2012
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Announced September 2009
- New Model is Sigma DP2s
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma DP2 Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma DP2, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sigma. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and DP2 (5MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (1/2.3") and DP2 (APS-C) feature different sensor dimensions.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe Galaxy Camera 4G was announced 2 years later than the DP2 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Galaxy Camera 4G matches up vs the DP2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma DP2 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sigma DP2. The whole galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery and Sigma DP2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Sigma DP2
Galaxy Camera 4G | DP2 | |||
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Announced | August 2012 | September 2009 | Fresher by 36 months | |
Screen sizing | 4.8" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+2.3") | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
DP2 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focus | |||
Screen resolution | 230k | 0k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sigma DP2
Galaxy Camera 4G | DP2 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma DP2 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G comes with exterior measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma DP2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the Galaxy Camera 4G vs the DP2.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera 4G and DP2 is 90 and 86 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma DP2 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by going through specs. The graphic here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy Camera 4G and DP2.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Galaxy Camera 4G using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G will show greater detail with its extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer Galaxy Camera 4G should have an edge in sensor tech.
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma DP2 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | Sigma DP2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sigma |
Model type | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | Sigma DP2 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-08-29 | 2009-09-21 |
Body design | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 1.4GHz Quad-Core | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 5MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | - | 2640 x 1760 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-481mm (20.9x) | 41mm (1x) |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 4.8 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 0 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | - | 15s |
Highest shutter speed | - | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 4.30 m |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 320x240 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 305 grams (0.67 lb) | 280 grams (0.62 lb) |
Dimensions | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
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 | ||
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC | SD/SDHC/MMC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $550 | $649 |