Samsung TL205 vs Sigma DP2

Here is a comprehensive review of the Samsung TL205 and Sigma DP2, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the TL205 (12MP) and DP2 (5MP) and the TL205 (1/2.3") and DP2 (APS-C) offer different sensor size.

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The TL205 was introduced 4 months later than the DP2 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the TL205 grades versus the DP2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL205 & Sigma DP2. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung TL205 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung TL205 has got external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sigma DP2 has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the TL205 compared to the DP2.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TL205 and DP2 is 94 and 86 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by going through a spec sheet. The graphic here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TL205 and DP2.

As you can see, both cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TL205 with its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Samsung TL205 will produce greater detail using its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures more aggressively.