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Samsung ST95 vs Sigma SD1

Portability
99
Imaging
39
Features
19
Overall
31
Samsung ST95 front
 
Sigma SD1 front
Portability
77
Imaging
55
Features
43
Overall
50

Samsung ST95 vs Sigma SD1 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 SD1
(Full Review)
  • 15MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • No Video
  • Sigma SA Mount
  • n/ag - 146 x 113 x 80mm
  • Introduced September 2010
  • Refreshed by Sigma SD1 Merrill
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Samsung ST95 vs Sigma SD1 Overview

Let's take a more detailed look at the Samsung ST95 and Sigma SD1, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by companies Samsung and Sigma. The resolution of the ST95 (16MP) and the SD1 (15MP) is pretty well matched but the ST95 (1/2.3") and SD1 (APS-C) feature different sensor dimensions.

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The ST95 was revealed 4 months later than the SD1 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung ST95 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the ST95 matches up against the SD1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Samsung ST95 over the Sigma SD1

 ST95 SD1 

Reasons to pick Sigma SD1 over the Samsung ST95

 SD1 ST95 
Manually focus Very exact focus

Common features in the Samsung ST95 and Sigma SD1

 ST95 SD1 
IntroducedJanuary 2011September 2010Similar generation
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen sizing
Screen resolution460k460kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lack of Touch friendly screen

Samsung ST95 vs Sigma SD1 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung ST95 has physical dimensions 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) and the Sigma SD1 has dimensions of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the ST95 vs the SD1.

Samsung ST95 vs Sigma SD1 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ST95 and SD1 is 99 and 77 respectively.

Samsung ST95 vs Sigma SD1 top view buttons comparison

Samsung ST95 vs Sigma SD1 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST95 and SD1.

Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The ST95 using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Samsung ST95 will give you more detail because of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots far more aggressively.

Samsung ST95 vs Sigma SD1 sensor size comparison

Samsung ST95 vs Sigma SD1 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung ST95 vs Sigma SD1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Samsung ST95
Portrait photography with Sigma SD1
30
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
manual mode not available
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
65
you can focus manually
MP count decent (15 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
doesn't have liveview
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Street Comparison

Samsung ST95 Street photography details
Sigma SD1 Street photography details
50
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
low maximum ISO (0)
62
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
environment proofing
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
low max ISO (0)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Samsung ST95
Sports photography with Sigma SD1
27
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
56
MP count decent (15 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
environment proofing
sensor has phase detect AF
doesn't have liveview
max frames per second very slow (5.0 frames/s)
no image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Samsung ST95 Travel photography info
Sigma SD1 Travel photography info
71
decent megapixels (16MP)
flash built-in
very good maximum aperture (f)
lack of Timelapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
65
environment proofing
MP count decent (15 megapixels)
flash built-in
does not have Time Lapse recording
does not have selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Samsung ST95
Landscape photography with Sigma SD1
38
very good maximum aperture (f)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
manual mode not available
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (0)
does not have RAW files
lack of Timelapse function
61
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Sigma SA mount)
screen size is good (3 inch)
MP count decent (15MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
environment proofing
doesn't have liveview
no image stabilization
low max ISO (0)
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung ST95 as a Vlogging camera
Sigma SD1 as a Vlogging camera
27
very good maximum aperture (f)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external microphone port
9
no video
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Samsung ST95 vs Sigma SD1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung ST95 and Sigma SD1
 Samsung ST95Sigma SD1
General Information
Manufacturer Samsung Sigma
Model type Samsung ST95 Sigma SD1
Type Ultracompact Advanced DSLR
Announced 2011-01-19 2010-09-21
Body design Ultracompact Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Dual True II
Sensor type CCD CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor dimensions 6.16 x 4.62mm 24 x 16mm
Sensor surface area 28.5mm² 384.0mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 15MP
Anti alias filter
Peak resolution 4608 x 3456 4800 x 3200
Highest native ISO - -
Minimum native ISO - -
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points - 11
Cross type focus points - 2
Lens
Lens support fixed lens Sigma SA
Lens zoom range () -
Total lenses - 76
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 460 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage - 96%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.64x
Features
Min shutter speed 8 seconds 15 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed - 5.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Highest video resolution 1280x720 None
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Dimensions 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") 146 x 113 x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1")
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
Time lapse feature
Type of storage - Compact Flash (Type I, UDMA compatible)
Storage slots One One
Cost at release $145 $2,339