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Samsung SH100 vs Sigma DP2x

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32
Samsung SH100 front
 
Sigma DP2x front
Portability
86
Imaging
45
Features
31
Overall
39

Samsung SH100 vs Sigma DP2x 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
  • Announced January 2011
Sigma DP2x
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 320 x 240 video
  • 41mm (F) lens
  • 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
  • Released February 2011
  • Old Model is Sigma DP2s
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Samsung SH100 vs Sigma DP2x Overview

Following is a in depth comparison of the Samsung SH100 versus Sigma DP2x, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the SH100 (14MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the SH100 (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SH100 was manufactured at a similar time to the DP2x which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung SH100 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the SH100 grades vs the DP2x with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Samsung SH100 over the Sigma DP2x

 SH100 DP2x 
Screen dimensions3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Samsung SH100

 DP2x SH100 
Focus manually Dial accurate focusing

Common features in the Samsung SH100 and Sigma DP2x

 SH100 DP2x 
ReleasedJanuary 2011February 2011Similar age
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen

Samsung SH100 vs Sigma DP2x Physical Comparison

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung SH100 has exterior dimensions of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sigma DP2x has dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung SH100 versus Sigma DP2x in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the SH100 versus the DP2x.

Samsung SH100 vs Sigma DP2x size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SH100 and DP2x is 99 and 86 respectively.

Samsung SH100 vs Sigma DP2x top view buttons comparison

Samsung SH100 vs Sigma DP2x Sensor Comparison

Often, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing specifications. The image underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SH100 and DP2x.

Plainly, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SH100 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Samsung SH100 will offer you more detail due to its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots more aggressively.

Samsung SH100 vs Sigma DP2x sensor size comparison

Samsung SH100 vs Sigma DP2x Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung SH100 vs Sigma DP2x Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung SH100 Portrait photography features
Sigma DP2x Portrait photography features
28
megapixel count good (14MP)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
57
you can focus manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
low MP (5 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Samsung SH100 Street photography information
Sigma DP2x Street photography information
49
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
maximum ISO low (0)
68
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
lighter than others (280 grams)
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Samsung SH100 Sports photography details
Sigma DP2x Sports photography details
26
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
30
good sensor size (APS-C)
can't change focal length (41mm)
slow continuous shooting (3.0 fps)
lack of image stabilization
low MP (5MP)
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung SH100 Travel photography details
Sigma DP2x Travel photography details
71
megapixel count good (14MP)
built-in flash
great max aperture (f)
no Timelapse recording
does not have a selfie friendly display
67
lighter than others (280g)
flash built-in
fast max aperture (f)
low MP (5 megapixels)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung SH100 as a Landscape photography camera
Sigma DP2x as a Landscape photography camera
37
great max aperture (f)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
manual exposure not available
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (0)
doesn't have RAW format
no Timelapse recording
48
you can focus manually
fast max aperture (f)
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (41mm)
screen is somewhat small (2.5")
lack of image stabilization
low MP (5 megapixels)
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung SH100 Vlogging advice
Sigma DP2x Vlogging advice
33
great max aperture (f)
touchscreen
comes with external microphone support
does not have a selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
28
fast max aperture (f)
lighter than others (280 grams)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (320 x 240 pxls)
lack of microphone socket
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Samsung SH100 vs Sigma DP2x Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung SH100 and Sigma DP2x
 Samsung SH100Sigma DP2x
General Information
Brand Name Samsung Sigma
Model type Samsung SH100 Sigma DP2x
Class Ultracompact Large Sensor Compact
Announced 2011-01-04 2011-02-08
Physical type Ultracompact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - True II
Sensor type CCD CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 20.7 x 13.8mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 285.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 5 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4230 x 3240 2640 x 1760
Maximum native ISO - 3200
Minimum native ISO - 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 41mm (1x)
Crop factor 5.9 1.7
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inch 2.5 inch
Resolution of display 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 secs 15 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting rate - 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 4.30 m
Flash modes - Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 320 x 240
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 320x240
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 280g (0.62 lb)
Physical dimensions 93 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2")
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 (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type - SD/SDHC/MMC
Card slots Single Single
Retail price $200 $699