Samsung HZ25W vs Sigma DP1

Following is a extensive assessment of the Samsung HZ25W and Sigma DP1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sigma. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the HZ25W (12MP) and DP1 (5MP) and the HZ25W (1/2.3") and DP1 (APS-C) come with different sensor sizes.

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The HZ25W was introduced 2 years after the DP1 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the HZ25W scores versus the DP1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung HZ25W & Sigma DP1. The whole galleries are available at Samsung HZ25W Gallery & Sigma DP1 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung HZ25W features outer measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1 has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the HZ25W and the DP1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the HZ25W and DP1 is 70 and 87 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by reading through specifications. The pic underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ25W and DP1.

To sum up, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The HZ25W having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Samsung HZ25W will resolve extra detail using its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger HZ25W should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.