Samsung ST600 vs Sigma SD14

Below, we are reviewing the Samsung ST600 and Sigma SD14, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the ST600 (14MP) and SD14 (5MP) and the ST600 (1/2.3") and SD14 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The ST600 was revealed 3 years later than the SD14 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung ST600 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma SD14 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the ST600 matches up vs the SD14 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung ST600 & Sigma SD14. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung ST600 Gallery & Sigma SD14 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST600 features physical measurements of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Sigma SD14 has proportions of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the ST600 versus the SD14.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ST600 and SD14 is 95 and 59 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through a spec sheet. The photograph here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the ST600 and SD14.

As you can see, each of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The ST600 having a smaller sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Samsung ST600 will produce greater detail because of its extra 9MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The newer ST600 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.