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Samsung ST95 vs Sigma DP2x

Portability
99
Imaging
39
Features
19
Overall
31
Samsung ST95 front
 
Sigma DP2x front
Portability
86
Imaging
45
Features
31
Overall
39

Samsung ST95 vs Sigma DP2x Key Specs

Samsung ST95
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
  • Announced January 2011
Sigma DP2x
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 320 x 240 video
  • 41mm (F) lens
  • 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
  • Released February 2011
  • Succeeded the Sigma DP2s
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Samsung ST95 vs Sigma DP2x Overview

Below, we are looking at the Samsung ST95 and Sigma DP2x, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sigma. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the ST95 (16MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the ST95 (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) come with different sensor sizes.

Photography Glossary

The ST95 was introduced around the same time to the DP2x so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung ST95 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise summary of how the ST95 matches up vs the DP2x for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Samsung ST95 over the Sigma DP2x

 ST95 DP2x 
Display dimension3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution460k230kCrisper display (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Samsung ST95

 DP2x ST95 
Manually focus Dial exact focus

Common features in the Samsung ST95 and Sigma DP2x

 ST95 DP2x 
ReleasedJanuary 2011February 2011Same age
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither has Touch friendly display

Samsung ST95 vs Sigma DP2x Physical Comparison

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung ST95 has exterior 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 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 out the Samsung ST95 and Sigma DP2x in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the ST95 vs the DP2x.

Samsung ST95 vs Sigma DP2x size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ST95 and DP2x is 99 and 86 respectively.

Samsung ST95 vs Sigma DP2x top view buttons comparison

Samsung ST95 vs Sigma DP2x Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing simply by researching specs. The visual underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the ST95 and DP2x.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The ST95 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Samsung ST95 will render more detail using its extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos much more aggressively.

Samsung ST95 vs Sigma DP2x sensor size comparison

Samsung ST95 vs Sigma DP2x Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung ST95 vs Sigma DP2x Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Samsung ST95
Portrait photography with Sigma DP2x
30
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
57
manual focus
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
low resolution sensor (5 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Samsung ST95 Street photography information
Sigma DP2x Street photography information
50
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
low max ISO (0)
68
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
lighter than competition (280 grams)
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Samsung ST95 Sports photography advice
Sigma DP2x Sports photography advice
27
resolution is good (16MP)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
30
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
focal length is fixed (41mm)
low fps (3.0 frames/s)
lack of image stabilization
low resolution sensor (5MP)
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Samsung ST95 Travel photography info
Sigma DP2x Travel photography info
71
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
fast maximum aperture (f)
lack of Time Lapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
67
lighter than competition (280 grams)
flash built-in
fast maximum aperture (f)
low resolution sensor (5 megapixels)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung ST95 as a Landscape photography camera
Sigma DP2x as a Landscape photography camera
38
fast maximum aperture (f)
screen size is good (3")
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
low max ISO (0)
has no RAW files
lack of Time Lapse mode
48
manual focus
fast maximum aperture (f)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (41mm)
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inch)
lack of image stabilization
low resolution sensor (5 megapixels)
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung ST95 Vlogging features
Sigma DP2x Vlogging features
27
fast maximum aperture (f)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external mic socket
28
fast maximum aperture (f)
lighter than competition (280 grams)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
video res low (320 x 240 resolution)
does not have microphone socket
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Samsung ST95 vs Sigma DP2x Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung ST95 and Sigma DP2x
 Samsung ST95Sigma DP2x
General Information
Brand Name Samsung Sigma
Model type Samsung ST95 Sigma DP2x
Category Ultracompact Large Sensor Compact
Announced 2011-01-19 2011-02-08
Physical type Ultracompact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - True II
Sensor type CCD CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor measurements 6.16 x 4.62mm 20.7 x 13.8mm
Sensor area 28.5mm² 285.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 5 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 2640 x 1760
Max native ISO - 3200
Lowest native ISO - 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 41mm (1x)
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1.7
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 2.5"
Resolution of screen 460k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 seconds 15 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate - 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - 4.30 m
Flash settings - Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 320 x 240
Max video resolution 1280x720 320x240
Video format - Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 280g (0.62 lb)
Dimensions 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage - SD/SDHC/MMC
Card slots One One
Launch cost $145 $699