Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma DP2s
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma DP2s Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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
- Revealed August 2012
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Released February 2010
- Superseded the Sigma DP2
- Successor is Sigma DP2x
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma DP2s Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sigma DP2s, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Samsung and Sigma. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and DP2s (5MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (1/2.3") and DP2s (APS-C) come with different sensor dimensions.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe Galaxy Camera 4G was released 2 years later than the DP2s and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Galaxy Camera 4G grades against the DP2s in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma DP2s Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sigma DP2s. The complete galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery and Sigma DP2s Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Sigma DP2s
Galaxy Camera 4G | DP2s | |||
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Released | August 2012 | February 2010 | Fresher by 31 months | |
Screen dimension | 4.8" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+2.3") | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2s over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
DP2s | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 230k | 0k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sigma DP2s
Galaxy Camera 4G | DP2s | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma DP2s Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G offers external 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 DP2s has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
Check the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Sigma DP2s in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the Galaxy Camera 4G against the DP2s.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera 4G and DP2s is 90 and 86 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma DP2s Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy Camera 4G and DP2s.
As you can see, both of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Galaxy Camera 4G due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G will result in greater detail as a result of its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more modern Galaxy Camera 4G provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Sigma DP2s Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | Sigma DP2s | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sigma |
Model type | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | Sigma DP2s |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-08-29 | 2010-02-20 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 1.4GHz Quad-Core | 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 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | - | 2640 x 1760 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-481mm (20.9x) | 41mm (1x) |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 4.8 inch | 2.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 0 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | - | 15 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | - | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 4.30 m |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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 file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 lbs) | 280g (0.62 lbs) |
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 shooting | ||
Storage type | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC | SD/SDHC/MMC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $550 | $940 |