Samsung ST150F vs Sigma SD14

Here, we are analyzing the Samsung ST150F versus Sigma SD14, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the ST150F (16MP) and SD14 (5MP) and the ST150F (1/2.3") and SD14 (APS-C) offer different sensor sizes.

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The ST150F was brought out 6 years after the SD14 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung ST150F being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD14 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick overview of how the ST150F matches up against the SD14 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST150F and Sigma SD14. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung ST150F Gallery and Sigma SD14 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST150F provides outer measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs) while the Sigma SD14 has proportions of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") along with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Examine the Samsung ST150F versus Sigma SD14 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the ST150F versus the SD14.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the ST150F and SD14 is 96 and 59 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through specs. The picture below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ST150F and SD14.

All in all, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The ST150F because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Samsung ST150F will give you greater detail having its extra 11MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The fresher ST150F should have an advantage in sensor tech.