Samsung TL100 vs Sigma DP2s

Following is a complete assessment of the Samsung TL100 and Sigma DP2s, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the TL100 (12MP) and DP2s (5MP) and the TL100 (1/2.3") and DP2s (APS-C) feature different sensor size.

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The TL100 was manufactured 13 months prior to the DP2s making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung TL100 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the TL100 grades versus the DP2s when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung TL100 and Sigma DP2s. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung TL100 Gallery and Sigma DP2s Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung TL100 provides outside measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2s has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Examine the Samsung TL100 and Sigma DP2s in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the TL100 compared to the DP2s.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TL100 and DP2s is 91 and 86 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading technical specs. The pic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TL100 and DP2s.

As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The TL100 due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh trickier and the Samsung TL100 will offer you extra detail due to its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images far more aggressively. The more aged TL100 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.