Samsung ST100 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill
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Samsung ST100 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.6-4.8) lens
- 155g - 100 x 60 x 20mm
- Announced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- 50mm (F2.8) lens
- 330g - 122 x 67 x 59mm
- Released February 2012
- Earlier Model is Sigma DP1 Merrill
- Newer Model is Sigma DP3 Merrill
Samsung ST100 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Overview
In this write-up, we are evaluating the Samsung ST100 and Sigma DP2 Merrill, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sigma. The resolution of the ST100 (14MP) and the DP2 Merrill (15MP) is very well matched but the ST100 (1/2.3") and DP2 Merrill (APS-C) come with totally different sensor measurements.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe ST100 was brought out 3 years earlier than the DP2 Merrill and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung ST100 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP2 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the ST100 matches up against the DP2 Merrill in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung ST100 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST100 & Sigma DP2 Merrill. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung ST100 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST100 over the Sigma DP2 Merrill
ST100 | DP2 Merrill | |||
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Display sizing | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 1152k | 920k | Crisper display (+232k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 Merrill over the Samsung ST100
DP2 Merrill | ST100 | |||
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Released | February 2012 | January 2010 | More recent by 25 months | |
Manual focus | More precise focusing |
Common features in the Samsung ST100 and Sigma DP2 Merrill
ST100 | DP2 Merrill | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Samsung ST100 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung ST100 provides external dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 Merrill has measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).
Examine the Samsung ST100 and Sigma DP2 Merrill in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the ST100 against the DP2 Merrill.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ST100 and DP2 Merrill is 95 and 83 respectively.
Samsung ST100 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements just by reading through technical specs. The photograph here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST100 and DP2 Merrill.
As you have seen, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The ST100 due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sigma DP2 Merrill will give you extra detail having its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The older ST100 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Samsung ST100 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Specifications
Samsung ST100 | Sigma DP2 Merrill | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sigma |
Model | Samsung ST100 | Sigma DP2 Merrill |
Type | Ultracompact | Large Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-01-06 | 2012-02-08 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Dual TRUE II engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 24 x 16mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 384.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 15 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4704 x 3136 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 50mm (1x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.6-4.8 | f/2.8 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,152k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 640x480 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 155 gr (0.34 lb) | 330 gr (0.73 lb) |
Dimensions | 100 x 60 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 122 x 67 x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") |
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 (2 or 10 sec, Double) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | - |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $250 | $931 |