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Samsung ST65 vs Sigma DP1

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29
Samsung ST65 front
 
Sigma DP1 front
Portability
87
Imaging
43
Features
30
Overall
37

Samsung ST65 vs Sigma DP1 Key Specs

Samsung ST65
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
  • Announced January 2011
Sigma DP1
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 800
  • No Video
  • 28mm (F) lens
  • 270g - 113 x 60 x 50mm
  • Released May 2008
  • Renewed by Sigma DP1s
Photography Glossary

Samsung ST65 vs Sigma DP1 Overview

In this article, we will be analyzing the Samsung ST65 vs Sigma DP1, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sigma. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the ST65 (14MP) and DP1 (5MP) and the ST65 (1/2.3") and DP1 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The ST65 was launched 2 years after the DP1 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the ST65 grades against the DP1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Samsung ST65 over the Sigma DP1

 ST65 DP1 
ReleasedJanuary 2011May 2008More modern by 33 months
Screen sizing3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution460k230kCrisper screen (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Sigma DP1 over the Samsung ST65

 DP1 ST65 
Manually focus More accurate focusing

Common features in the Samsung ST65 and Sigma DP1

 ST65 DP1 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch screen Neither comes with Touch screen

Samsung ST65 vs Sigma DP1 Physical Comparison

If you're going to carry around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST65 comes with external dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sigma DP1 has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") having a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the ST65 and the DP1.

Samsung ST65 vs Sigma DP1 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the ST65 and DP1 is 99 and 87 respectively.

Samsung ST65 vs Sigma DP1 top view buttons comparison

Samsung ST65 vs Sigma DP1 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST65 and DP1.

As you have seen, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The ST65 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Samsung ST65 will provide greater detail utilizing its extra 9MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher ST65 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Samsung ST65 vs Sigma DP1 sensor size comparison

Samsung ST65 vs Sigma DP1 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung ST65 vs Sigma DP1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung ST65 Portrait photography advice
Sigma DP1 Portrait photography advice
28
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
external flash not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
55
has manual focus
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
megapixel count low (5MP)
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Samsung ST65
Street photography with Sigma DP1
49
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
max ISO too low (0)
64
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
lighter than others (270g)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
low maximum ISO (800)
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Sports Comparison

Samsung ST65 Sports photography information
Sigma DP1 Sports photography information
26
resolution is good (14MP)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
31
sensor size is good (APS-C)
fixed focal length (28mm)
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (5 megapixels)
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung ST65 as a Travel photography camera
Sigma DP1 as a Travel photography camera
71
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
great max aperture (f)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
display isn't selfie friendly
63
lighter than others (270g)
has built in flash
very good max aperture (f)
no Timelapse mode
megapixel count low (5 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung ST65 Landscape photography information
Sigma DP1 Landscape photography information
37
great max aperture (f)
screen size is good (3")
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (0)
has no RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse mode
44
has manual focus
very good max aperture (f)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (28mm)
screen is small (2.5 inch)
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (5MP)
low maximum ISO (800)
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung ST65 Vlogging info
Sigma DP1 Vlogging info
27
great max aperture (f)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have microphone support
9
lack of video recording
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Samsung ST65 vs Sigma DP1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung ST65 and Sigma DP1
 Samsung ST65Sigma DP1
General Information
Company Samsung Sigma
Model type Samsung ST65 Sigma DP1
Category Ultracompact Large Sensor Compact
Announced 2011-01-19 2008-05-19
Body design Ultracompact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor measurements 6.16 x 4.62mm 20.7 x 13.8mm
Sensor area 28.5mm² 285.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 5 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 2640 x 1760
Maximum native ISO - 800
Min native ISO - 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 28mm (1x)
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1.7
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inch 2.5 inch
Screen resolution 460 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 None
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 270g (0.60 lbs)
Dimensions 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Self timer - Yes (10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media - SD/MMC card
Storage slots 1 1
Launch price $130 $566