Samsung SH100 vs Sigma DP1s

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.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung SH100 and Sigma DP1s. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung SH100 Gallery and Sigma DP1s Gallery.

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).

Examine the Samsung SH100 vs Sigma DP1s in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

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.

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

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.