Samsung ST65 vs Sigma DP1s

On this page, we will be matching up the Samsung ST65 and Sigma DP1s, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sigma. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the ST65 (14MP) and DP1s (5MP) and the ST65 (1/2.3") and DP1s (APS-C) offer different sensor sizing.

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The ST65 was unveiled 16 months later than the DP1s which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP1s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the ST65 grades versus the DP1s with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST65 and Sigma DP1s. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung ST65 Gallery and Sigma DP1s Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung ST65 has got outside dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sigma DP1s has sizing of 109mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung ST65 and Sigma DP1s in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the ST65 versus the DP1s.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the ST65 and DP1s is 99 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing only by reading specifications. The photograph underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the ST65 and DP1s.

To sum up, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The ST65 having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Samsung ST65 will deliver greater detail having an extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The newer ST65 provides an edge in sensor technology.