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Samsung ST150F vs Sigma fp

Portability
96
Imaging
40
Features
30
Overall
36
Samsung ST150F front
 
Sigma fp front
Portability
84
Imaging
76
Features
79
Overall
77

Samsung ST150F vs Sigma fp Key Specs

Samsung ST150F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
  • 114g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
  • Launched January 2013
Sigma fp
(Full Review)
  • 25MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Raise to 102400)
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 422g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
  • Announced July 2019
  • New Model is Sigma fp L
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Samsung ST150F vs Sigma fp Overview

Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Samsung ST150F versus Sigma fp, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sigma. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the ST150F (16MP) and fp (25MP) and the ST150F (1/2.3") and fp (Full frame) enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The ST150F was unveiled 7 years before the fp which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung ST150F being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a short summation of how the ST150F matches up vs the fp when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Sigma fp

 ST150F fp 

Reasons to pick Sigma fp over the Samsung ST150F

 fp ST150F 
AnnouncedJuly 2019January 2013More modern by 79 months
Manually focus Dial precise focus
Display sizing3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution2100k230kSharper display (+1870k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Samsung ST150F and Sigma fp

 ST150F fp 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen

Samsung ST150F vs Sigma fp Physical Comparison

If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung ST150F offers physical measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Sigma fp has measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the ST150F and the fp.

Samsung ST150F vs Sigma fp size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the ST150F and fp is 96 and 84 respectively.

Samsung ST150F vs Sigma fp top view buttons comparison

Samsung ST150F vs Sigma fp Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes only by reading specs. The picture below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the ST150F and fp.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The ST150F with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sigma fp will deliver extra detail having an extra 9MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images far more aggressively. The more aged ST150F is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Samsung ST150F vs Sigma fp sensor size comparison

Samsung ST150F vs Sigma fp Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung ST150F vs Sigma fp Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung ST150F Portrait photography factors
Sigma fp Portrait photography factors
35
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
supports face detection autofocus
no manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
85
focusing manually
excellent MP (25MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
offers face detect autofocus
exports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung ST150F Street photography highlights
Sigma fp Street photography highlights
56
lighter than average in class (114 grams)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
77
great sensor size (Full frame)
exports RAW files
offers focus by touch
weather sealing
great ISO range (25,600)
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Samsung ST150F as a Sports photography camera
Sigma fp as a Sports photography camera
36
resolution is good (16MP)
supports tracking autofocus
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
73
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
excellent MP (25 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
offers tracking focus
weather sealing
does not have image stabilization
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung ST150F Travel photography factors
Sigma fp Travel photography factors
69
lighter than average in class (114g)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
relatively wide (25mm)
missing Timelapse function
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f2.5)
78
weather sealing
offers focus by touch
excellent MP (25MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung ST150F Landscape photography details
Sigma fp Landscape photography details
39
relatively wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.5)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
missing Timelapse function
83
focusing manually
switch lenses (Leica L mount)
screen is a good size (3.2 inch)
excellent MP (25MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
great ISO range (25,600)
exports RAW files
weather sealing
does not have image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung ST150F Vlogging details
Sigma fp Vlogging details
30
relatively wide (25mm)
supports face detection autofocus
lighter than average in class (114g)
sluggish max aperture (f2.5)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external microphone socket
37
touchscreen
offers face detect autofocus
video res high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
includes microphone support
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
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Samsung ST150F vs Sigma fp Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung ST150F and Sigma fp
 Samsung ST150FSigma fp
General Information
Brand Name Samsung Sigma
Model Samsung ST150F Sigma fp
Type Small Sensor Compact Advanced Mirrorless
Launched 2013-01-07 2019-07-11
Physical type Compact Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" Full frame
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 35.9 x 23.9mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 858.0mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 25 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4608 x 3456 6000 x 4000
Max native ISO 3200 25600
Max boosted ISO - 102400
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Minimum boosted ISO - 6
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points - 49
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens Leica L
Lens focal range 25-125mm (5.0x) -
Maximum aperture f/2.5-6.3 -
Available lenses - 30
Crop factor 5.8 1
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inches 3.2 inches
Display resolution 230k dots 2,100k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display tech QVGA TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1 secs 30 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/8000 secs
Continuous shooting rate - 12.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - no built-in flash
Flash options - no built-in flash
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Max video resolution 1280x720 3840x2160
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In No
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) Yes
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 114 grams (0.25 lb) 422 grams (0.93 lb)
Dimensions 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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
Battery model - BP-51
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 wec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported)
Card slots Single Single
Cost at launch $300 $2,050