Samsung SL620 vs Sigma DP1x

Let's look a little more in depth at the Samsung SL620 and Sigma DP1x, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the SL620 (12MP) and DP1x (5MP) and the SL620 (1/2.3") and DP1x (APS-C) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SL620 was unveiled 12 months prior to the DP1x and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung SL620 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the SL620 grades vs the DP1x when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung SL620 and Sigma DP1x. The full galleries are provided at Samsung SL620 Gallery and Sigma DP1x Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung SL620 features external dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by 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).

Examine the Samsung SL620 and Sigma DP1x in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the SL620 compared to the DP1x.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SL620 and DP1x is 94 and 88 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic here will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SL620 and DP1x.

Clearly, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SL620 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Samsung SL620 will provide you with greater detail having an extra 7MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The older SL620 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.