Samsung ST65 vs Sigma DP2s

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Samsung ST65 vs Sigma DP2s, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sigma. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the ST65 (14MP) and DP2s (5MP) and the ST65 (1/2.3") and DP2s (APS-C) feature totally different sensor size.

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The ST65 was brought out 12 months later than the DP2s and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the ST65 scores versus the DP2s when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST65 & Sigma DP2s. The entire galleries are available at Samsung ST65 Gallery & Sigma DP2s Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung ST65 enjoys exterior 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 DP2s has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the ST65 vs the DP2s.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ST65 and DP2s is 99 and 86 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching a spec sheet. The visual below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST65 and DP2s.

Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The ST65 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Samsung ST65 will render extra detail having its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The younger ST65 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.