Samsung PL120 vs Sigma DP1x

Lets examine more in depth at the Samsung PL120 and Sigma DP1x, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the PL120 (14MP) and DP1x (5MP) and the PL120 (1/2.3") and DP1x (APS-C) come with totally different sensor size.

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The PL120 was introduced 11 months after the DP1x which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the PL120 grades vs the DP1x when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung PL120 and Sigma DP1x. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung PL120 Gallery and Sigma DP1x Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Samsung PL120 features exterior measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1x has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung PL120 and Sigma DP1x in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the PL120 vs the DP1x.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the PL120 and DP1x is 99 and 88 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes purely by viewing specs. The picture here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the PL120 and DP1x.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The PL120 with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Samsung PL120 will provide you with greater detail using its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger PL120 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.