Samsung SL30 vs Sigma DP1s
95 Imaging
33 Features
14 Overall
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90 Imaging
44 Features
30 Overall
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Samsung SL30 vs Sigma DP1s Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 140g - 94 x 61 x 23mm
- Released February 2009
- Also referred to as ES15
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 800
- No Video
- 28mm (F) lens
- 270g - 109 x 60 x 31mm
- Revealed October 2009
- Superseded the Sigma DP1
- Renewed by Sigma DP1x
Samsung SL30 vs Sigma DP1s Overview
In this article, we are evaluating the Samsung SL30 versus Sigma DP1s, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sigma. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the SL30 (10MP) and DP1s (5MP) and the SL30 (1/2.3") and DP1s (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SL30 was introduced 7 months before the DP1s so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung SL30 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SL30 grades vs the DP1s with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung SL30 vs Sigma DP1s Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung SL30 and Sigma DP1s. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung SL30 Gallery and Sigma DP1s Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung SL30 over the Sigma DP1s
SL30 | DP1s |
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Reasons to pick Sigma DP1s over the Samsung SL30
DP1s | SL30 | |||
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Revealed | October 2009 | February 2009 | More modern by 7 months | |
Manually focus | Very precise focus |
Common features in the Samsung SL30 and Sigma DP1s
SL30 | DP1s | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 2.5" | 2.5" | Equivalent display measurement | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Samsung SL30 vs Sigma DP1s Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung SL30 comes with physical dimensions of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sigma DP1s has dimensions of 109mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung SL30 versus Sigma DP1s in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the SL30 versus the DP1s.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SL30 and DP1s is 95 and 90 respectively.
Samsung SL30 vs Sigma DP1s Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing a spec sheet. The image underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SL30 and DP1s.
As you can see, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SL30 having a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Samsung SL30 will result in more detail using its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged SL30 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
Samsung SL30 vs Sigma DP1s Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung SL30 vs Sigma DP1s Specifications
Samsung SL30 | Sigma DP1s | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sigma |
Model | Samsung SL30 | Sigma DP1s |
Alternative name | ES15 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-02-17 | 2009-10-02 |
Body design | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 2640 x 1760 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | 28mm (1x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | - |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.60 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | None |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 140 gr (0.31 pounds) | 270 gr (0.60 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 61 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 109 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $93 | $0 |