Samsung TL205 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro
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Samsung TL205 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro 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
- Launched January 2010
- Alternative Name is PL100
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- No Video
- 45mm (F2.8) lens
- 395g - 161 x 67 x 82mm
- Launched February 2014

Samsung TL205 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Overview
In this write-up, we are analyzing the Samsung TL205 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Samsung and Sigma. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the TL205 (12MP) and DP2 Quattro (20MP) and the TL205 (1/2.3") and DP2 Quattro (APS-C) enjoy different sensor size.

The TL205 was released 5 years before the DP2 Quattro which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short overview of how the TL205 scores versus the DP2 Quattro in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung TL205 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung TL205 & Sigma DP2 Quattro. The complete galleries are available at Samsung TL205 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Sigma DP2 Quattro
TL205 | DP2 Quattro |
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Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 Quattro over the Samsung TL205
DP2 Quattro | TL205 | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 49 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung TL205 and Sigma DP2 Quattro
TL205 | DP2 Quattro | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Samsung TL205 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung TL205 has external dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sigma DP2 Quattro has sizing of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung TL205 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the TL205 versus the DP2 Quattro.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the TL205 and DP2 Quattro is 94 and 70 respectively.

Samsung TL205 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes only by looking at specifications. The pic underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the TL205 and DP2 Quattro.
Plainly, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The TL205 due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Sigma DP2 Quattro will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged TL205 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Samsung TL205 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung TL205 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Specifications
Samsung TL205 | Sigma DP2 Quattro | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sigma |
Model | Samsung TL205 | Sigma DP2 Quattro |
Also called as | PL100 | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | TRUE III engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5424 x 3616 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 45mm (1x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.6 | f/2.8 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.40 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 177 grams (0.39 pounds) | 395 grams (0.87 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 161 x 67 x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") |
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 | ||
Battery model | - | BP-51 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal | - |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $180 | $931 |