Samsung HZ15W vs Sigma DP2x

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Samsung HZ15W vs Sigma DP2x, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the HZ15W (12MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the HZ15W (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) possess different sensor size.

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The HZ15W was announced 23 months before the DP2x which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung HZ15W being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the HZ15W grades against the DP2x when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ15W and Sigma DP2x. The whole galleries are available at Samsung HZ15W Gallery and Sigma DP2x Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung HZ15W has exterior 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) while the Sigma DP2x has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the HZ15W versus the DP2x.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the HZ15W and DP2x is 90 and 86 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions simply by going over technical specs. The image below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the HZ15W and DP2x.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The HZ15W using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Samsung HZ15W will offer extra detail with its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged HZ15W is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.