Samsung ST90 vs Sigma fp L

Here is a extensive analysis of the Samsung ST90 and Sigma fp L, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the ST90 (14MP) and fp L (61MP) and the ST90 (1/2.3") and fp L (Full frame) boast different sensor measurements.

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The ST90 was manufactured 11 years before the fp L and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST90 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the ST90 scores vs the fp L for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST90 and Sigma fp L. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung ST90 Gallery and Sigma fp L Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST90 offers exterior measurements 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 fp L has proportions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") and a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

Examine the Samsung ST90 and Sigma fp L in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the ST90 vs the fp L.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ST90 and fp L is 99 and 83 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out specs. The graphic here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the ST90 and fp L.

All in all, both the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The ST90 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF trickier and the Sigma fp L will produce greater detail due to its extra 47MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos more aggressively. The older ST90 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.