Samsung ST100 vs Sigma SD15

Let's look much closer at the Samsung ST100 vs Sigma SD15, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Advanced DSLR by companies Samsung and Sigma. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the ST100 (14MP) and SD15 (5MP) and the ST100 (1/2.3") and SD15 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The ST100 was brought out about the same time to the SD15 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST100 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma SD15 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the ST100 scores versus the SD15 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST100 and Sigma SD15. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung ST100 Gallery and Sigma SD15 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Samsung ST100 offers external measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sigma SD15 has specifications of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") and a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Check the Samsung ST100 vs Sigma SD15 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the ST100 versus the SD15.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the ST100 and SD15 is 95 and 59 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing technical specs. The image below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ST100 and SD15.

As you can tell, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The ST100 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Samsung ST100 will show greater detail having its extra 9MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images more aggressively.