Samsung ST95 vs Sigma DP2

On this page, we are analyzing the Samsung ST95 vs Sigma DP2, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the ST95 (16MP) and DP2 (5MP) and the ST95 (1/2.3") and DP2 (APS-C) boast different sensor size.

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The ST95 was brought out 17 months after the DP2 making them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST95 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the ST95 matches up versus the DP2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung ST95 & Sigma DP2. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung ST95 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST95 offers exterior dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the ST95 vs the DP2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ST95 and DP2 is 99 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at specs. The picture underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST95 and DP2.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The ST95 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Samsung ST95 will give extra detail having its extra 11MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos more aggressively. The more recent ST95 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.