Samsung HZ25W vs Sigma DP1s

On this page, we are contrasting the Samsung HZ25W and Sigma DP1s, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sigma. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the HZ25W (12MP) and DP1s (5MP) and the HZ25W (1/2.3") and DP1s (APS-C) boast different sensor size.

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The HZ25W was released 10 months later than the DP1s so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the HZ25W matches up versus the DP1s for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung HZ25W and Sigma DP1s. The complete galleries are available at Samsung HZ25W Gallery and Sigma DP1s Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and size. The Samsung HZ25W comes with physical measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1s has specifications of 109mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

Look at the Samsung HZ25W and Sigma DP1s in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the HZ25W compared to the DP1s.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the HZ25W and DP1s is 70 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements only by researching specifications. The graphic here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ25W and DP1s.

To sum up, both of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The HZ25W because of its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Samsung HZ25W will provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The younger HZ25W provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.