Samsung HZ15W vs Sigma DP2 Merrill
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Samsung HZ15W vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Launched February 2009
- Additionally referred to as WB550
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- 50mm (F2.8) lens
- 330g - 122 x 67 x 59mm
- Introduced February 2012
- Superseded the Sigma DP1 Merrill
- Successor is Sigma DP3 Merrill
Samsung HZ15W vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Samsung HZ15W vs Sigma DP2 Merrill, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the HZ15W (12MP) and the DP2 Merrill (15MP) is relatively similar but the HZ15W (1/2.3") and DP2 Merrill (APS-C) offer different sensor sizing.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe HZ15W was introduced 3 years earlier than the DP2 Merrill which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung HZ15W being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the HZ15W scores against the DP2 Merrill with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung HZ15W vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ15W & Sigma DP2 Merrill. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung HZ15W Gallery & Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ15W over the Sigma DP2 Merrill
HZ15W | DP2 Merrill |
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Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 Merrill over the Samsung HZ15W
DP2 Merrill | HZ15W | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | February 2009 | Newer by 36 months | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 460k | Clearer screen (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung HZ15W and Sigma DP2 Merrill
HZ15W | DP2 Merrill | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Samsung HZ15W vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung HZ15W has got outer dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 Merrill has measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).
Look at the Samsung HZ15W vs Sigma DP2 Merrill in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the HZ15W and the DP2 Merrill.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HZ15W and DP2 Merrill is 90 and 83 respectively.
Samsung HZ15W vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ15W and DP2 Merrill.
Clearly, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The HZ15W with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Sigma DP2 Merrill will offer you extra detail using its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged HZ15W is going to be behind in sensor technology.
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Samsung HZ15W vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Specifications
Samsung HZ15W | Sigma DP2 Merrill | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sigma |
Model | Samsung HZ15W | Sigma DP2 Merrill |
Also referred to as | WB550 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-02-23 | 2012-02-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Dual TRUE II engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 24 x 16mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 384.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 15 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4704 x 3136 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 50mm (1x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.8 | f/2.8 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 16 secs | - |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) | 640x480 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 249 grams (0.55 lbs) | 330 grams (0.73 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 122 x 67 x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $330 | $931 |