Samsung PL200 vs Sigma DP1x
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Samsung PL200 vs Sigma DP1x Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 170g - 100 x 60 x 21mm
- Introduced July 2010
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 28mm (F4.0) lens
- 250g - 113 x 60 x 50mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Old Model is Sigma DP1s
Samsung PL200 vs Sigma DP1x Overview
Following is a extended assessment of the Samsung PL200 versus Sigma DP1x, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sigma. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the PL200 (14MP) and DP1x (5MP) and the PL200 (1/2.3") and DP1x (APS-C) use totally different sensor size.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe PL200 was brought out 6 months after the DP1x and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung PL200 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the PL200 grades vs the DP1x in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung PL200 vs Sigma DP1x Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung PL200 and Sigma DP1x. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung PL200 Gallery and Sigma DP1x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung PL200 over the Sigma DP1x
PL200 | DP1x | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1x over the Samsung PL200
DP1x | PL200 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Samsung PL200 and Sigma DP1x
PL200 | DP1x | |||
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Introduced | July 2010 | February 2010 | Same generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither includes Touch display |
Samsung PL200 vs Sigma DP1x Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung PL200 features outer dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1x has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Look at the Samsung PL200 versus Sigma DP1x in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the PL200 vs the DP1x.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the PL200 and DP1x is 94 and 88 respectively.
Samsung PL200 vs Sigma DP1x Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching specifications. The image below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the PL200 and DP1x.
To sum up, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The PL200 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh harder and the Samsung PL200 will render more detail having its extra 9MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively.
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Samsung PL200 vs Sigma DP1x Specifications
Samsung PL200 | Sigma DP1x | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sigma |
Model type | Samsung PL200 | Sigma DP1x |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-07-21 | 2010-02-20 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | True II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 5 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 2640 x 1760 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 31-217mm (7.0x) | 28mm (1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.5 | f/4.0 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/4000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.60 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 320 x 240 |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 320x240 |
Video data format | H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 170 grams (0.37 lb) | 250 grams (0.55 lb) |
Dimensions | 100 x 60 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | BP70A | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC'/MMC, Internal | SD/MMC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $0 | $574 |