Samsung ST93 vs Sigma DP2x

Below is a in-depth overview of the Samsung ST93 versus Sigma DP2x, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sigma. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the ST93 (16MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the ST93 (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) offer totally different sensor size.

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The ST93 was revealed 3 months later than the DP2x and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST93 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the ST93 matches up against the DP2x with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST93 & Sigma DP2x. The full galleries are provided at Samsung ST93 Gallery & Sigma DP2x Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung ST93 features physical measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2x has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Check the Samsung ST93 versus Sigma DP2x in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the ST93 vs the DP2x.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the ST93 and DP2x is 97 and 86 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements merely by researching specifications. The photograph below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the ST93 and DP2x.

To sum up, both of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The ST93 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Samsung ST93 will render extra detail because of its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively.