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Samsung TL220 vs Sigma DP2

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
27
Overall
31
Samsung TL220 front
 
Sigma DP2 front
Portability
86
Imaging
44
Features
28
Overall
37

Samsung TL220 vs Sigma DP2 Key Specs

Samsung TL220
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 169g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
  • Released August 2009
  • Alternative Name is ST500
Sigma DP2
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 3200
  • 320 x 240 video
  • 41mm (F) lens
  • 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
  • Introduced September 2009
  • Refreshed by Sigma DP2s
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Samsung TL220 vs Sigma DP2 Overview

Let's look a little more in depth at the Samsung TL220 versus Sigma DP2, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sigma. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the TL220 (12MP) and DP2 (5MP) and the TL220 (1/2.3") and DP2 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The TL220 was launched very close to the DP2 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung TL220 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the TL220 matches up vs the DP2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Samsung TL220 over the Sigma DP2

 TL220 DP2 
Display sizing3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 over the Samsung TL220

 DP2 TL220 
Manual focus More exact focusing

Common features in the Samsung TL220 and Sigma DP2

 TL220 DP2 
IntroducedAugust 2009September 2009Same generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen

Samsung TL220 vs Sigma DP2 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung TL220 provides outer dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 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).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the TL220 and the DP2.

Samsung TL220 vs Sigma DP2 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the TL220 and DP2 is 95 and 86 respectively.

Samsung TL220 vs Sigma DP2 top view buttons comparison

Samsung TL220 vs Sigma DP2 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor measurements merely by viewing technical specs. The photograph here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TL220 and DP2.

As you can tell, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The TL220 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Samsung TL220 will result in extra detail utilizing its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively.

Samsung TL220 vs Sigma DP2 sensor size comparison

Samsung TL220 vs Sigma DP2 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung TL220 vs Sigma DP2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung TL220 Portrait photography features
Sigma DP2 Portrait photography features
21
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
megapixel count low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
56
has manual focus
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
megapixel count low (5 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Samsung TL220 Street photography advice
Sigma DP2 Street photography advice
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
comes with focus via touch
no articulating screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
67
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
lighter than competition in class (280g)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Samsung TL220 Sports photography details
Sigma DP2 Sports photography details
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
lack of shutter priority mode
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
30
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
can't change focal length (41mm)
low fps (3.0 frames/s)
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (5 megapixels)
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung TL220 Travel photography highlights
Sigma DP2 Travel photography highlights
62
comes with focus via touch
has built in flash
rather wide (27mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
67
lighter than competition in class (280 grams)
flash built-in
very good maximum aperture (f)
megapixel count low (5 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung TL220 as a Landscape photography camera
Sigma DP2 as a Landscape photography camera
37
rather wide (27mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not available
megapixel count low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
lack of Time Lapse function
48
has manual focus
very good maximum aperture (f)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (41mm)
small screen (2.5 inches)
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (5MP)
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung TL220 Vlogging info
Sigma DP2 Vlogging info
31
rather wide (27mm)
touchscreen enabled
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of mic jack
28
very good maximum aperture (f)
lighter than competition in class (280g)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video res low (320 x 240 resolution)
lack of external microphone port
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Samsung TL220 vs Sigma DP2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung TL220 and Sigma DP2
 Samsung TL220Sigma DP2
General Information
Make Samsung Sigma
Model type Samsung TL220 Sigma DP2
Also referred to as ST500 -
Type Small Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Released 2009-08-13 2009-09-21
Body design Compact 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 surface area 27.7mm² 285.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 5 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 2640 x 1760
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 200
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 27-124mm (4.6x) 41mm (1x)
Highest aperture f/3.5-5.9 -
Macro focusing range 5cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.9 1.7
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3" 2.5"
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8s 15s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed - 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.40 m 4.30 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 320x240
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 169 grams (0.37 lbs) 280 grams (0.62 lbs)
Dimensions 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID SLB-07A -
Self timer Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, internal SD/SDHC/MMC card
Storage slots Single Single
Retail cost $90 $649