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Samsung ST65 vs Sigma DP2

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29
Samsung ST65 front
 
Sigma DP2 front
Portability
86
Imaging
44
Features
28
Overall
37

Samsung ST65 vs Sigma DP2 Key Specs

Samsung ST65
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
  • Launched January 2011
Sigma DP2
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 3200
  • 320 x 240 video
  • 41mm (F) lens
  • 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
  • Released September 2009
  • Successor is Sigma DP2s
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Samsung ST65 vs Sigma DP2 Overview

On this page, we will be evaluating the Samsung ST65 and Sigma DP2, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Samsung and Sigma. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the ST65 (14MP) and DP2 (5MP) and the ST65 (1/2.3") and DP2 (APS-C) offer different sensor size.

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The ST65 was introduced 17 months later than the DP2 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a short view of how the ST65 scores against the DP2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Samsung ST65 over the Sigma DP2

 ST65 DP2 
ReleasedJanuary 2011September 2009More recent by 17 months
Screen dimensions3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution460k230kSharper screen (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 over the Samsung ST65

 DP2 ST65 
Focus manually More accurate focus

Common features in the Samsung ST65 and Sigma DP2

 ST65 DP2 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

Samsung ST65 vs Sigma DP2 Physical Comparison

For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung ST65 comes with exterior measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the ST65 versus the DP2.

Samsung ST65 vs Sigma DP2 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ST65 and DP2 is 99 and 86 respectively.

Samsung ST65 vs Sigma DP2 top view buttons comparison

Samsung ST65 vs Sigma DP2 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements only by seeing technical specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ST65 and DP2.

As you have seen, both cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The ST65 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Samsung ST65 will produce more detail using its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The younger ST65 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Samsung ST65 vs Sigma DP2 sensor size comparison

Samsung ST65 vs Sigma DP2 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung ST65 vs Sigma DP2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Samsung ST65
Portrait photography with Sigma DP2
28
decent MP (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
56
has manual focus
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
low resolution (5MP)
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Street Comparison

Samsung ST65 as a Street photography camera
Sigma DP2 as a Street photography camera
49
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
low max ISO (0)
67
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
lighter than competitors in class (280 grams)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Samsung ST65 Sports photography features
Sigma DP2 Sports photography features
26
decent MP (14 megapixels)
can't change focal length (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
30
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
fixed focal length (41mm)
low fps (3.0 frames/s)
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (5MP)
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung ST65 Travel photography highlights
Sigma DP2 Travel photography highlights
71
decent MP (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
great max aperture (f)
missing Time Lapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
67
lighter than competitors in class (280 grams)
flash built-in
very good maximum aperture (f)
low resolution (5 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung ST65 Landscape photography info
Sigma DP2 Landscape photography info
37
great max aperture (f)
nice screen size (3 inch)
decent MP (14MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no manual control
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
low max ISO (0)
lacks RAW format
missing Time Lapse recording
48
has manual focus
very good maximum aperture (f)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (41mm)
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inch)
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (5 megapixels)
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung ST65 Vlogging details
Sigma DP2 Vlogging details
27
great max aperture (f)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external mic support
28
very good maximum aperture (f)
lighter than competitors in class (280 grams)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video res low (320 x 240 pxls)
doesn't have microphone port
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Samsung ST65 vs Sigma DP2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung ST65 and Sigma DP2
 Samsung ST65Sigma DP2
General Information
Brand Name Samsung Sigma
Model type Samsung ST65 Sigma DP2
Category Ultracompact Large Sensor Compact
Launched 2011-01-19 2009-09-21
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 megapixel 5 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4608 x 3456 2640 x 1760
Max native ISO - 3200
Min native ISO - 200
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 41mm (1x)
Crop factor 5.8 1.7
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3" 2.5"
Resolution of display 460k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 secs 15 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed - 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 4.30 m
Flash modes - Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 320x240
Video format - Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 280 grams (0.62 lb)
Physical dimensions 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage - SD/SDHC/MMC card
Storage slots 1 1
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