Samsung SL620 vs Sigma fp

Lets look a little more closely at the Samsung SL620 versus Sigma fp, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sigma. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the SL620 (12MP) and fp (25MP) and the SL620 (1/2.3") and fp (Full frame) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The SL620 was unveiled 11 years prior to the fp and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung SL620 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the SL620 grades against the fp for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Samsung SL620 has exterior 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) while the Sigma fp has specifications of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

Check the Samsung SL620 versus Sigma fp in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the SL620 and the fp.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SL620 and fp is 94 and 84 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing just by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SL620 and fp.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SL620 having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Sigma fp will offer more detail having an extra 13 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The older SL620 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.