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Samsung ST700 vs Sigma fp

Portability
99
Imaging
39
Features
22
Overall
32
Samsung ST700 front
 
Sigma fp front
Portability
84
Imaging
76
Features
79
Overall
77

Samsung ST700 vs Sigma fp Key Specs

Samsung ST700
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 99 x 55 x 20mm
  • Launched January 2011
Sigma fp
(Full Review)
  • 25MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Increase to 102400)
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 422g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
  • Revealed July 2019
  • Renewed by Sigma fp L
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Samsung ST700 vs Sigma fp Overview

Here is a comprehensive overview of the Samsung ST700 versus Sigma fp, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sigma. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the ST700 (16MP) and fp (25MP) and the ST700 (1/2.3") and fp (Full frame) offer different sensor measurements.

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The ST700 was introduced 9 years prior to the fp and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST700 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise view of how the ST700 grades against the fp with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Samsung ST700 over the Sigma fp

 ST700 fp 

Reasons to pick Sigma fp over the Samsung ST700

 fp ST700 
RevealedJuly 2019January 2011Fresher by 103 months
Manually focus Very precise focus
Display dimensions3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution2100k230kClearer display (+1870k dot)

Common features in the Samsung ST700 and Sigma fp

 ST700 fp 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch display Easily navigate

Samsung ST700 vs Sigma fp Physical Comparison

If you are going to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung ST700 provides exterior dimensions 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 fp has dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

Examine the Samsung ST700 versus Sigma fp in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the ST700 against the fp.

Samsung ST700 vs Sigma fp size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ST700 and fp is 99 and 84 respectively.

Samsung ST700 vs Sigma fp top view buttons comparison

Samsung ST700 vs Sigma fp Sensor Comparison

Usually, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through specifications. The photograph here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST700 and fp.

Plainly, both the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The ST700 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Sigma fp will provide greater detail using its extra 9MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older ST700 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Samsung ST700 vs Sigma fp sensor size comparison

Samsung ST700 vs Sigma fp Screen and ViewFinder

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

Portrait Comparison

Samsung ST700 Portrait photography features
Sigma fp Portrait photography features
30
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
85
has manual focus
great sensor resolution (25MP)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
provides face detection focus
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Samsung ST700 as a Street photography camera
Sigma fp as a Street photography camera
50
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
low maximum ISO (0)
77
sensor size is big (Full frame)
delivers RAW formats
features focus by touch
environment proof
great ISO range (25,600)
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Samsung ST700 as a Sports photography camera
Sigma fp as a Sports photography camera
27
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
73
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000 seconds)
great sensor resolution (25 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
provides tracking autofocus
environment proof
lack of image stabilization
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Samsung ST700
Travel photography with Sigma fp
71
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
great maximum aperture (f)
missing Timelapse mode
does not offer selfie friendly screen
78
environment proof
features focus by touch
great sensor resolution (25 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung ST700 Landscape photography advice
Sigma fp Landscape photography advice
38
great maximum aperture (f)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no manual control
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (0)
has no RAW support
missing Timelapse mode
83
has manual focus
swap lenses (Leica L mount)
pretty good screen size (3.2 inch)
great sensor resolution (25 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
great ISO range (25,600)
delivers RAW formats
environment proof
lack of image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung ST700 Vlogging factors
Sigma fp Vlogging factors
30
great maximum aperture (f)
built-in touchscreen
does not offer selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external microphone support
37
screen is touchscreen
provides face detection focus
high video quality (3840 x 2160 resolution)
comes with external mic support
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
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Samsung ST700 vs Sigma fp Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung ST700 and Sigma fp
 Samsung ST700Sigma fp
General Information
Brand Name Samsung Sigma
Model type Samsung ST700 Sigma fp
Class Ultracompact Advanced Mirrorless
Launched 2011-01-05 2019-07-11
Physical type Ultracompact Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" Full frame
Sensor dimensions 6.16 x 4.62mm 35.9 x 23.9mm
Sensor area 28.5mm² 858.0mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 25MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 6000 x 4000
Max native ISO - 25600
Max enhanced ISO - 102400
Minimum native ISO - 100
RAW pictures
Minimum enhanced ISO - 6
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points - 49
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens Leica L
Lens zoom range () -
Number of lenses - 30
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3" 3.2"
Screen resolution 230k dots 2,100k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 secs 30 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/8000 secs
Continuous shutter rate - 12.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - no built-in flash
Flash options - no built-in flash
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Max video resolution 1280x720 3840x2160
Video file format - MPEG-4, H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None No
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none Yes
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 422 gr (0.93 pounds)
Physical dimensions 99 x 55 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8")
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
Battery ID - BP-51
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 wec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type - SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported)
Card slots 1 1
Launch cost $280 $2,050