Samsung ST90 vs Sigma DP2

Below is a thorough assessment of the Samsung ST90 versus Sigma DP2, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sigma. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the ST90 (14MP) and DP2 (5MP) and the ST90 (1/2.3") and DP2 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The ST90 was launched 17 months later than the DP2 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST90 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the ST90 grades versus the DP2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST90 & Sigma DP2. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung ST90 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung ST90 enjoys outer dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the ST90 and the DP2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ST90 and DP2 is 99 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements only by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST90 and DP2.

Clearly, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The ST90 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Samsung ST90 will offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The more recent ST90 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.