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Samsung PL170 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

Portability
99
Imaging
39
Features
20
Overall
31
Samsung PL170 front
 
Sigma DP2 Quattro front
Portability
70
Imaging
63
Features
38
Overall
53

Samsung PL170 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Key Specs

Samsung PL170
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 95 x 57 x 19mm
  • Announced January 2011
Sigma DP2 Quattro
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • No Video
  • 45mm (F2.8) lens
  • 395g - 161 x 67 x 82mm
  • Announced February 2014
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Samsung PL170 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Overview

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Samsung PL170 versus Sigma DP2 Quattro, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sigma. The resolution of the PL170 (16MP) and the DP2 Quattro (20MP) is pretty well matched but the PL170 (1/2.3") and DP2 Quattro (APS-C) use different sensor sizing.

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The PL170 was released 4 years earlier than the DP2 Quattro which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the PL170 matches up against the DP2 Quattro in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Samsung PL170 over the Sigma DP2 Quattro

 PL170 DP2 Quattro 

Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 Quattro over the Samsung PL170

 DP2 Quattro PL170 
AnnouncedFebruary 2014January 2011More modern by 37 months
Manual focus More accurate focusing
Screen resolution920k230kClearer screen (+690k dot)

Common features in the Samsung PL170 and Sigma DP2 Quattro

 PL170 DP2 Quattro 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen measurement
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither includes Touch friendly screen

Samsung PL170 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and volume. The Samsung PL170 features physical dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 Quattro has sizing of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") with a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the PL170 and the DP2 Quattro.

Samsung PL170 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the PL170 and DP2 Quattro is 99 and 70 respectively.

Samsung PL170 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro top view buttons comparison

Samsung PL170 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by checking a spec sheet. The picture below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the PL170 and DP2 Quattro.

Clearly, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The PL170 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Sigma DP2 Quattro will give you extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged PL170 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Samsung PL170 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro sensor size comparison

Samsung PL170 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung PL170 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Samsung PL170
Portrait photography with Sigma DP2 Quattro
30
resolution is good (16MP)
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
external flash not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
77
you can focus manually
good resolution (20 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
includes face detect focus
saves RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung PL170 Street photography highlights
Sigma DP2 Quattro Street photography highlights
50
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
61
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Samsung PL170
Sports photography with Sigma DP2 Quattro
27
resolution is good (16MP)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
48
good resolution (20 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
can't change focal length (45mm)
very slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames per second)
no image stabilization
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung PL170 Travel photography factors
Sigma DP2 Quattro Travel photography factors
71
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
very good maximum aperture (f)
lack of Timelapse recording
does not feature selfie friendly display
53
good resolution (20 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung PL170 Landscape photography information
Sigma DP2 Quattro Landscape photography information
39
very good maximum aperture (f)
screen size is good (3 inches)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
manual mode not possible
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
lack of Timelapse recording
59
you can focus manually
screen size is good (3")
good resolution (20MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (45mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
no image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung PL170 Vlogging info
Sigma DP2 Quattro Vlogging info
27
very good maximum aperture (f)
does not feature selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of microphone port
9
no video
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Samsung PL170 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung PL170 and Sigma DP2 Quattro
 Samsung PL170Sigma DP2 Quattro
General Information
Company Samsung Sigma
Model Samsung PL170 Sigma DP2 Quattro
Type Ultracompact Large Sensor Compact
Announced 2011-01-05 2014-02-13
Body design Ultracompact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - TRUE III engine
Sensor type CCD CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 20MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3456 5424 x 3616
Maximum native ISO 3200 6400
Minimum native ISO - 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () 45mm (1x)
Max aperture - f/2.8
Focal length multiplier 5.9 1.5
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 230 thousand dot 920 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display tech - TFT color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed - 3.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - no built-in flash
Flash settings - 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 -
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 None
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight - 395g (0.87 lbs)
Dimensions 95 x 57 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") 161 x 67 x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2")
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
Battery model - BP-51
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse shooting
Storage slots Single Single
Retail cost $175 $931