Samsung PL170 vs Sigma DP2s

Here is a extended review of the Samsung PL170 vs Sigma DP2s, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Samsung and Sigma. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the PL170 (16MP) and DP2s (5MP) and the PL170 (1/2.3") and DP2s (APS-C) offer totally different sensor size.

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The PL170 was revealed 11 months later than the DP2s which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the PL170 grades versus the DP2s when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung PL170 and Sigma DP2s. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung PL170 Gallery and Sigma DP2s Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung PL170 features exterior measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sigma DP2s has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Examine the Samsung PL170 vs Sigma DP2s in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the PL170 and the DP2s.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the PL170 and DP2s is 99 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading through specifications. The graphic underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the PL170 and DP2s.

To sum up, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The PL170 having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Samsung PL170 will resolve more detail because of its extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more recent PL170 will have an advantage in sensor tech.