Samsung PL170 vs Sigma fp
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Samsung PL170 vs Sigma fp Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 102400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 422g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Revealed July 2019
- Successor is Sigma fp L

Samsung PL170 vs Sigma fp Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Samsung PL170 and Sigma fp, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sigma. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the PL170 (16MP) and fp (25MP) and the PL170 (1/2.3") and fp (Full frame) provide different sensor sizes.

The PL170 was manufactured 9 years earlier than the fp which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the PL170 scores against the fp when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung PL170 vs Sigma fp Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung PL170 and Sigma fp. The entire galleries are available at Samsung PL170 Gallery and Sigma fp Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung PL170 over the Sigma fp
PL170 | fp |
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Reasons to pick Sigma fp over the Samsung PL170
fp | PL170 | |||
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Revealed | July 2019 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 103 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+1870k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung PL170 and Sigma fp
PL170 | fp | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Samsung PL170 vs Sigma fp Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung PL170 has got outer 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) and the Sigma fp has proportions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung PL170 and Sigma fp in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the PL170 compared to the fp.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the PL170 and fp is 99 and 84 respectively.

Samsung PL170 vs Sigma fp Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes just by going through specifications. The picture here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the PL170 and fp.
Plainly, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The PL170 because of its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Sigma fp will provide extra detail due to its extra 9MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged PL170 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Samsung PL170 vs Sigma fp Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung PL170 vs Sigma fp Specifications
Samsung PL170 | Sigma fp | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sigma |
Model | Samsung PL170 | Sigma fp |
Category | Ultracompact | Advanced Mirrorless |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2019-07-11 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 35.9 x 23.9mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 858.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 25 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 102400 |
Lowest native ISO | - | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 6 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 49 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Leica L |
Lens focal range | () | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 30 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3.2 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 2,100k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 12.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | - | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | No |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | - | 422 grams (0.93 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 wec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $175 | $2,050 |