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Samsung ST700 vs Sigma DP2x

Portability
99
Imaging
39
Features
22
Overall
32
Samsung ST700 front
 
Sigma DP2x front
Portability
86
Imaging
45
Features
31
Overall
39

Samsung ST700 vs Sigma DP2x Key Specs

Samsung ST700
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 99 x 55 x 20mm
  • Launched January 2011
Sigma DP2x
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 320 x 240 video
  • 41mm (F) lens
  • 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
  • Released February 2011
  • Succeeded the Sigma DP2s
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Samsung ST700 vs Sigma DP2x Overview

Below, we are analyzing the Samsung ST700 versus Sigma DP2x, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sigma. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the ST700 (16MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the ST700 (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) come with totally different sensor size.

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The ST700 was brought out within a month of the DP2x so they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung ST700 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the ST700 matches up against the DP2x with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung ST700 over the Sigma DP2x

 ST700 DP2x 
Display dimension3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Samsung ST700

 DP2x ST700 
Focus manually Very exact focusing

Common features in the Samsung ST700 and Sigma DP2x

 ST700 DP2x 
ReleasedJanuary 2011February 2011Same age
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen

Samsung ST700 vs Sigma DP2x Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Samsung ST700 has got external measurements of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sigma DP2x has specifications 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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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the ST700 and the DP2x.

Samsung ST700 vs Sigma DP2x size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the ST700 and DP2x is 99 and 86 respectively.

Samsung ST700 vs Sigma DP2x top view buttons comparison

Samsung ST700 vs Sigma DP2x Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing a spec sheet. The image below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the ST700 and DP2x.

As you can see, both cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The ST700 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Samsung ST700 will show greater detail having its extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively.

Samsung ST700 vs Sigma DP2x sensor size comparison

Samsung ST700 vs Sigma DP2x Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung ST700 vs Sigma DP2x Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung ST700 Portrait photography advice
Sigma DP2x Portrait photography advice
30
good MP (16MP)
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
57
focusing manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
low MP (5 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Samsung ST700 Street photography info
Sigma DP2x Street photography info
50
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
maximum ISO low (0)
68
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
lighter than competitors (280 grams)
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Samsung ST700 Sports photography details
Sigma DP2x Sports photography details
27
good MP (16MP)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
30
good sensor size (APS-C)
can't change focal length (41mm)
continuous shooting slow (3.0 frames/s)
no image stabilization
low MP (5 megapixels)
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Samsung ST700 Travel photography advice
Sigma DP2x Travel photography advice
71
good MP (16MP)
built-in flash
very good max aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse mode
does not have selfie friendly display
67
lighter than competitors (280g)
has built in flash
fast maximum aperture (f)
low MP (5MP)
does not offer selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung ST700 Landscape photography advice
Sigma DP2x Landscape photography advice
38
very good max aperture (f)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
good MP (16MP)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (0)
no RAW support
does not have Time Lapse mode
48
focusing manually
fast maximum aperture (f)
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (41mm)
screen is somewhat small (2.5")
no image stabilization
low MP (5 megapixels)
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung ST700 as a Vlogging camera
Sigma DP2x as a Vlogging camera
30
very good max aperture (f)
touchscreen
does not have selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have mic port
28
fast maximum aperture (f)
lighter than competitors (280g)
does not offer selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
low quality video (320 x 240 pxls)
does not have microphone socket
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Samsung ST700 vs Sigma DP2x Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung ST700 and Sigma DP2x
 Samsung ST700Sigma DP2x
General Information
Company Samsung Sigma
Model type Samsung ST700 Sigma DP2x
Category Ultracompact Large Sensor Compact
Launched 2011-01-05 2011-02-08
Physical type Ultracompact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - True II
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 16MP 5MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 2640 x 1760
Max native ISO - 3200
Min native ISO - 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
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 sizing 3 inch 2.5 inch
Resolution of display 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 secs 15 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate - 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - 4.30 m
Flash options - Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 320 x 240
Max video resolution 1280x720 320x240
Video file format - Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 280g (0.62 lbs)
Dimensions 99 x 55 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2")
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 (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage - SD/SDHC/MMC
Card slots 1 1
Retail price $280 $699