Samsung ST90 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

On this page, we are analyzing the Samsung ST90 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sigma. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the ST90 (14MP) and DP2 Quattro (20MP) and the ST90 (1/2.3") and DP2 Quattro (APS-C) provide different sensor sizes.

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The ST90 was announced 4 years earlier than the DP2 Quattro which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST90 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the ST90 matches up against the DP2 Quattro with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST90 & Sigma DP2 Quattro. The whole galleries are available at Samsung ST90 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung ST90 features external measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 Quattro has dimensions of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") along with a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

Look at the Samsung ST90 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the ST90 compared to the DP2 Quattro.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the ST90 and DP2 Quattro is 99 and 70 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions only by going over technical specs. The image below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the ST90 and DP2 Quattro.

As you can tell, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The ST90 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF harder and the Sigma DP2 Quattro will deliver greater detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged ST90 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.