Samsung SL720 vs Sigma DP2x

Here, we are reviewing the Samsung SL720 versus Sigma DP2x, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sigma. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the SL720 (12MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the SL720 (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The SL720 was announced 19 months before the DP2x making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the SL720 scores vs the DP2x with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung SL720 & Sigma DP2x. The whole galleries are available at Samsung SL720 Gallery & Sigma DP2x Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung SL720 has outside measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sigma DP2x has dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the SL720 vs the DP2x.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SL720 and DP2x is 94 and 86 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through specs. The visual below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SL720 and DP2x.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SL720 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Samsung SL720 will render extra detail with its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older SL720 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.