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Samsung SH100 vs Sigma DP1s

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32
Samsung SH100 front
 
Sigma DP1s front
Portability
90
Imaging
44
Features
30
Overall
38

Samsung SH100 vs Sigma DP1s Key Specs

Samsung SH100
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 93 x 54 x 19mm
  • Revealed January 2011
Sigma DP1s
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 800
  • No Video
  • 28mm (F) lens
  • 270g - 109 x 60 x 31mm
  • Revealed October 2009
  • Succeeded the Sigma DP1
  • Replacement is Sigma DP1x
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Samsung SH100 vs Sigma DP1s Overview

Let's take a closer look at the Samsung SH100 vs Sigma DP1s, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the SH100 (14MP) and DP1s (5MP) and the SH100 (1/2.3") and DP1s (APS-C) boast totally different sensor size.

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The SH100 was brought out 16 months later than the DP1s which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung SH100 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP1s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SH100 matches up against the DP1s with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Samsung SH100 over the Sigma DP1s

 SH100 DP1s 
RevealedJanuary 2011October 2009More recent by 16 months
Screen size3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Sigma DP1s over the Samsung SH100

 DP1s SH100 
Manually focus More accurate focusing

Common features in the Samsung SH100 and Sigma DP1s

 SH100 DP1s 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Samsung SH100 vs Sigma DP1s Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung SH100 enjoys outer dimensions of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1s has proportions of 109mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the SH100 and the DP1s.

Samsung SH100 vs Sigma DP1s size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SH100 and DP1s is 99 and 90 respectively.

Samsung SH100 vs Sigma DP1s top view buttons comparison

Samsung SH100 vs Sigma DP1s Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading through specs. The visual here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SH100 and DP1s.

All in all, both the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The SH100 due to its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Samsung SH100 will give more detail having its extra 9MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger SH100 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Samsung SH100 vs Sigma DP1s sensor size comparison

Samsung SH100 vs Sigma DP1s Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung SH100 vs Sigma DP1s Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung SH100 Portrait photography factors
Sigma DP1s Portrait photography factors
28
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
can't use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
56
has manual focus
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
low MP (5MP)
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Street Comparison

Samsung SH100 as a Street photography camera
Sigma DP1s as a Street photography camera
49
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
max ISO too low (0)
66
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
lighter than competitors in class (270 grams)
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
max ISO too low (800)
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Sports Comparison

Samsung SH100 as a Sports photography camera
Sigma DP1s as a Sports photography camera
26
MP count decent (14MP)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
32
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
focal length is fixed (28mm)
lack of image stabilization
low MP (5MP)
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Samsung SH100 Travel photography features
Sigma DP1s Travel photography features
71
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
very good maximum aperture (f)
does not have Timelapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
64
lighter than competitors in class (270g)
built-in flash
fast max aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse function
low MP (5MP)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Samsung SH100
Landscape photography with Sigma DP1s
37
very good maximum aperture (f)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (0)
no RAW format
does not have Timelapse mode
44
has manual focus
fast max aperture (f)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (28mm)
small screen (2.5")
lack of image stabilization
low MP (5MP)
max ISO too low (800)
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung SH100 Vlogging information
Sigma DP1s Vlogging information
33
very good maximum aperture (f)
has touchscreen
has external microphone port
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
9
lack of video recording
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Samsung SH100 vs Sigma DP1s Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung SH100 and Sigma DP1s
 Samsung SH100Sigma DP1s
General Information
Manufacturer Samsung Sigma
Model type Samsung SH100 Sigma DP1s
Type Ultracompact Large Sensor Compact
Revealed 2011-01-04 2009-10-02
Physical type Ultracompact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 20.7 x 13.8mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 285.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 5 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 3:2
Highest resolution 4230 x 3240 2640 x 1760
Highest native ISO - 800
Min native ISO - 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 28mm (1x)
Crop factor 5.9 1.7
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inches 2.5 inches
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 seconds 30 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Highest video resolution 1280x720 None
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 270 grams (0.60 pounds)
Physical dimensions 93 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") 109 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2")
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
Self timer - Yes (10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage - SD/MMC card
Card slots One One
Price at launch $200 $0