Samsung PL170 vs Sigma DP2x

Below, we will be matching up the Samsung PL170 vs Sigma DP2x, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the PL170 (16MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the PL170 (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) use different sensor sizing.

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The PL170 was brought out about the same time to the DP2x so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the PL170 scores against the DP2x in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung PL170 and Sigma DP2x. The entire galleries are available at Samsung PL170 Gallery and Sigma DP2x Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung PL170 enjoys external measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sigma DP2x has dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the PL170 vs the DP2x.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the PL170 and DP2x is 99 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions merely by researching technical specs. The image below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the PL170 and DP2x.

As you have seen, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The PL170 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Samsung PL170 will result in extra detail having its extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively.