Samsung PL210 vs Sigma DP2s

In this article, we are analyzing the Samsung PL210 vs Sigma DP2s, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the PL210 (14MP) and DP2s (5MP) and the PL210 (1/2.3") and DP2s (APS-C) come with different sensor dimensions.

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The PL210 was unveiled 11 months after the DP2s so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung PL210 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the PL210 grades vs the DP2s when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung PL210 and Sigma DP2s. The full galleries are provided at Samsung PL210 Gallery and Sigma DP2s Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung PL210 comes with physical measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2s has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Compare the Samsung PL210 vs Sigma DP2s in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the PL210 against the DP2s.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the PL210 and DP2s is 99 and 86 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes merely by seeing specifications. The image underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the PL210 and DP2s.

Plainly, both the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The PL210 using its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF more challenging and the Samsung PL210 will show greater detail having an extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The more modern PL210 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.