Samsung HZ10W vs Sigma DP1

Following is a extended overview of the Samsung HZ10W versus Sigma DP1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sigma. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the HZ10W (10MP) and DP1 (5MP) and the HZ10W (1/2.3") and DP1 (APS-C) use totally different sensor measurements.

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The HZ10W was revealed 12 months after the DP1 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung HZ10W being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the HZ10W scores versus the DP1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung HZ10W & Sigma DP1. The full galleries are provided at Samsung HZ10W Gallery & Sigma DP1 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung HZ10W has outer measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Sigma DP1 has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the HZ10W vs the DP1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the HZ10W and DP1 is 90 and 87 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes simply by checking out technical specs. The pic below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the HZ10W and DP1.

As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The HZ10W with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Samsung HZ10W will provide extra detail because of its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher HZ10W will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.