Samsung ST90 vs Sigma DP2x

Here, we are evaluating the Samsung ST90 vs Sigma DP2x, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Samsung and Sigma. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the ST90 (14MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the ST90 (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) posses different sensor sizing.

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The ST90 was released within a month of the DP2x and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung ST90 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the ST90 matches up versus the DP2x when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung ST90 & Sigma DP2x. The complete galleries are available at Samsung ST90 Gallery & Sigma DP2x Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Samsung ST90 features external measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2x has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Examine the Samsung ST90 vs Sigma DP2x in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the ST90 compared to the DP2x.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ST90 and DP2x is 99 and 86 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes simply by going through specifications. The pic below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the ST90 and DP2x.

Plainly, both the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The ST90 because of its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Samsung ST90 will provide greater detail as a result of its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively.