Samsung ST700 vs Sigma DP1x

The following is a complete review of the Samsung ST700 and Sigma DP1x, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Samsung and Sigma. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the ST700 (16MP) and DP1x (5MP) and the ST700 (1/2.3") and DP1x (APS-C) boast different sensor measurements.

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The ST700 was unveiled 11 months after the DP1x so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung ST700 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the ST700 scores versus the DP1x in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung ST700 and Sigma DP1x. The full galleries are provided at Samsung ST700 Gallery and Sigma DP1x Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung ST700 has got external measurements of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sigma DP1x has dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Check the Samsung ST700 and Sigma DP1x in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the ST700 versus the DP1x.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the ST700 and DP1x is 99 and 88 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking specifications. The pic below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ST700 and DP1x.

Plainly, the two cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The ST700 with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Samsung ST700 will give greater detail having an extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The fresher ST700 should have a benefit in sensor tech.