Samsung ST700 vs Sigma fp

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.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung ST700 & Sigma fp. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung ST700 Gallery & Sigma fp Gallery.

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.

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.

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

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.