Samsung TL205 vs Sigma DP2
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![Samsung TL205 front Samsung TL205 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-TL205/Samsung-TL205-front.jpg)
![Sigma DP2 front Sigma DP2 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sigma-DP2/Sigma-DP2-front.jpg)
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44 Features
28 Overall
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Samsung TL205 vs Sigma DP2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Also referred to as PL100
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Announced September 2009
- Later Model is Sigma DP2s
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Samsung TL205 vs Sigma DP2 Overview
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.
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Samsung TL205 vs Sigma DP2 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Sigma DP2
TL205 | DP2 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 over the Samsung TL205
DP2 | TL205 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Common features in the Samsung TL205 and Sigma DP2
TL205 | DP2 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Announced | January 2010 | ![]() | September 2009 | Same age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Samsung TL205 vs Sigma DP2 Physical Comparison
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).
Take a look at the Samsung TL205 and Sigma DP2 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Samsung TL205 vs Sigma DP2 size comparison Samsung TL205 vs Sigma DP2 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-TL205-vs-Sigma-DP2-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TL205 and DP2 is 94 and 86 respectively.
![Samsung TL205 vs Sigma DP2 top view buttons comparison Samsung TL205 vs Sigma DP2 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-TL205-vs-Sigma-DP2-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Samsung TL205 vs Sigma DP2 Sensor Comparison
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.
![Samsung TL205 vs Sigma DP2 sensor size comparison Samsung TL205 vs Sigma DP2 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Samsung-TL205-vs-Sigma-DP2-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Samsung TL205 vs Sigma DP2 Screen and ViewFinder
![Samsung TL205 vs Sigma DP2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Samsung TL205 vs Sigma DP2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-TL205-vs-Sigma-DP2-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Samsung TL205 vs Sigma DP2 Specifications
Samsung TL205 | Sigma DP2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sigma |
Model | Samsung TL205 | Sigma DP2 |
Otherwise known as | PL100 | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-01-06 | 2009-09-21 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 5MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 2640 x 1760 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 41mm (1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.6 | - |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 15 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.40 m | 4.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 320x240 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 177 gr (0.39 lbs) | 280 gr (0.62 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal | SD/SDHC/MMC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $180 | $649 |