Samsung SL202 vs Sigma DP1x

Let's take a more detailed look at the Samsung SL202 vs Sigma DP1x, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sigma. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the SL202 (10MP) and DP1x (5MP) and the SL202 (1/2.3") and DP1x (APS-C) use totally different sensor measurements.

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The SL202 was announced 12 months earlier than the DP1x which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras come with different body type with the Samsung SL202 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SL202 matches up vs the DP1x in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung SL202 & Sigma DP1x. The whole galleries are available at Samsung SL202 Gallery & Sigma DP1x Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung SL202 offers physical dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1x has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SL202 vs the DP1x.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SL202 and DP1x is 94 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes simply by looking through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SL202 and DP1x.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SL202 having a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Samsung SL202 will provide you with extra detail with its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged SL202 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.