Samsung ST100 vs Sigma DP2x
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Samsung ST100 vs Sigma DP2x Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.6-4.8) lens
- 155g - 100 x 60 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Launched February 2011
- Previous Model is Sigma DP2s
Samsung ST100 vs Sigma DP2x Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Samsung ST100 vs Sigma DP2x, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sigma. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the ST100 (14MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the ST100 (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) boast totally different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe ST100 was unveiled 13 months prior to the DP2x making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung ST100 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the ST100 scores vs the DP2x in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung ST100 vs Sigma DP2x Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST100 & Sigma DP2x. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung ST100 Gallery & Sigma DP2x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST100 over the Sigma DP2x
ST100 | DP2x | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | 2.5" | Larger display (+1") | |
Display resolution | 1152k | 230k | Sharper display (+922k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Samsung ST100
DP2x | ST100 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Launched | February 2011 | January 2010 | Newer by 13 months | |
Focus manually | Very accurate focus |
Common features in the Samsung ST100 and Sigma DP2x
ST100 | DP2x | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Samsung ST100 vs Sigma DP2x Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung ST100 has got external dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Sigma DP2x has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
Check the Samsung ST100 vs Sigma DP2x in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the ST100 versus the DP2x.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the ST100 and DP2x is 95 and 86 respectively.
Samsung ST100 vs Sigma DP2x Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking specifications. The picture below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST100 and DP2x.
Plainly, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The ST100 with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Samsung ST100 will give you more detail having an extra 9MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged ST100 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Samsung ST100 vs Sigma DP2x Specifications
Samsung ST100 | Sigma DP2x | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sigma |
Model | Samsung ST100 | Sigma DP2x |
Category | Ultracompact | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-01-06 | 2011-02-08 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | True II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 5MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 2640 x 1760 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 41mm (1x) |
Max aperture | f/3.6-4.8 | - |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.5 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,152k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 15s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 4.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 320 x 240 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 320x240 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 155 grams (0.34 pounds) | 280 grams (0.62 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 60 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
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 (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/MMC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $250 | $699 |