Samsung ST30 vs Sigma DP1x

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Samsung ST30 and Sigma DP1x, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the ST30 (10MP) and DP1x (5MP) and the ST30 (1/3") and DP1x (APS-C) possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The ST30 was announced 12 months later than the DP1x which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung ST30 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief view of how the ST30 grades versus the DP1x with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST30 & Sigma DP1x. The whole galleries are available at Samsung ST30 Gallery & Sigma DP1x Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung ST30 features outer dimensions of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs) and the Sigma DP1x has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the ST30 against the DP1x.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the ST30 and DP1x is 98 and 88 respectively.

Usually, its hard to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST30 and DP1x.

As you can see, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The ST30 having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Samsung ST30 will offer you extra detail with its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern ST30 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.