Samsung ST95 vs Sigma SD1 Merrill
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Samsung ST95 vs Sigma SD1 Merrill 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
- Revealed January 2011
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 790g - 146 x 113 x 80mm
- Released April 2012
- Replaced the Sigma SD1
Samsung ST95 vs Sigma SD1 Merrill Overview
Let's look more closely at the Samsung ST95 versus Sigma SD1 Merrill, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by companies Samsung and Sigma. The image resolution of the ST95 (16MP) and the SD1 Merrill (15MP) is relatively well matched but the ST95 (1/2.3") and SD1 Merrill (APS-C) boast different sensor dimensions.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe ST95 was brought out 14 months earlier than the SD1 Merrill which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung ST95 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma SD1 Merrill being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the ST95 scores vs the SD1 Merrill with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung ST95 vs Sigma SD1 Merrill Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST95 and Sigma SD1 Merrill. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung ST95 Gallery and Sigma SD1 Merrill Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST95 over the Sigma SD1 Merrill
ST95 | SD1 Merrill |
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Reasons to pick Sigma SD1 Merrill over the Samsung ST95
SD1 Merrill | ST95 | |||
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Released | April 2012 | January 2011 | Fresher by 14 months | |
Manual focus | More accurate focusing |
Common features in the Samsung ST95 and Sigma SD1 Merrill
ST95 | SD1 Merrill | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Samsung ST95 vs Sigma SD1 Merrill Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung ST95 offers external measurements 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) whilst the Sigma SD1 Merrill has dimensions of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") having a weight of 790 grams (1.74 lbs).
See the Samsung ST95 versus Sigma SD1 Merrill in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the ST95 compared to the SD1 Merrill.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the ST95 and SD1 Merrill is 99 and 57 respectively.
Samsung ST95 vs Sigma SD1 Merrill Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ST95 and SD1 Merrill.
Clearly, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The ST95 because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Samsung ST95 will give you greater detail having its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older ST95 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
Samsung ST95 vs Sigma SD1 Merrill Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung ST95 vs Sigma SD1 Merrill Specifications
Samsung ST95 | Sigma SD1 Merrill | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sigma |
Model | Samsung ST95 | Sigma SD1 Merrill |
Category | Ultracompact | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2011-01-19 | 2012-04-10 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Dual True II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 24 x 16mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 384.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 15 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4800 x 3200 |
Maximum native ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | - | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Sigma SA |
Lens focal range | () | - |
Available lenses | - | 76 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 96% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | - |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | - | no 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 | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | - | 790 grams (1.74 lbs) |
Physical 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 score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | - | Compact Flash (Type I, UDMA compatible) |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $145 | $2,339 |