Samsung TL205 vs Sigma DP2x

On this page, we will be looking at the Samsung TL205 and Sigma DP2x, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sigma. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the TL205 (12MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the TL205 (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The TL205 was unveiled 13 months before the DP2x which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the TL205 grades against the DP2x with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL205 & Sigma DP2x. The full galleries are provided at Samsung TL205 Gallery & Sigma DP2x Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung TL205 enjoys outside measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sigma DP2x has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Compare the Samsung TL205 and Sigma DP2x in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the TL205 and the DP2x.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TL205 and DP2x is 94 and 86 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading through technical specs. The picture here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TL205 and DP2x.

As you can tell, both the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The TL205 having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF trickier and the Samsung TL205 will resolve greater detail having an extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged TL205 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.