Samsung ST95 vs Sigma SD1
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Samsung ST95 vs Sigma SD1 Key Specs
(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
(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
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.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe 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.
Samsung ST95 vs Sigma SD1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST95 and Sigma SD1. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung ST95 Gallery and Sigma SD1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST95 over the Sigma SD1
ST95 | SD1 |
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Reasons to pick Sigma SD1 over the Samsung ST95
SD1 | ST95 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focus |
Common features in the Samsung ST95 and Sigma SD1
ST95 | SD1 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | September 2010 | Similar generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Same 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).
Analyze the Samsung ST95 and Sigma SD1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ST95 and SD1 is 99 and 77 respectively.
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.
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Samsung ST95 vs Sigma SD1 Specifications
Samsung ST95 | Sigma SD1 | |
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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 |