Samsung TL220 vs Sigma DP2x
95 Imaging
35 Features
27 Overall
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86 Imaging
44 Features
31 Overall
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Samsung TL220 vs Sigma DP2x Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 169g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
- Announced August 2009
- Alternate Name is ST500
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Released February 2011
- Earlier Model is Sigma DP2s
Samsung TL220 vs Sigma DP2x Overview
Lets take a deeper look at the Samsung TL220 vs Sigma DP2x, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the TL220 (12MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the TL220 (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) offer totally different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe TL220 was released 18 months prior to the DP2x which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung TL220 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the TL220 matches up vs the DP2x when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung TL220 vs Sigma DP2x Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung TL220 and Sigma DP2x. The complete galleries are available at Samsung TL220 Gallery and Sigma DP2x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL220 over the Sigma DP2x
TL220 | DP2x | |||
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Screen size | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Samsung TL220
DP2x | TL220 | |||
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Released | February 2011 | August 2009 | More recent by 18 months | |
Manual focus | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Samsung TL220 and Sigma DP2x
TL220 | DP2x | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Samsung TL220 vs Sigma DP2x Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung TL220 comes with physical dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sigma DP2x has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung TL220 vs Sigma DP2x in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the TL220 vs the DP2x.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TL220 and DP2x is 95 and 86 respectively.
Samsung TL220 vs Sigma DP2x Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through specs. The photograph below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the TL220 and DP2x.
All in all, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The TL220 due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Samsung TL220 will show more detail as a result of its extra 7MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older TL220 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Samsung TL220 vs Sigma DP2x Specifications
Samsung TL220 | Sigma DP2x | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sigma |
Model | Samsung TL220 | Sigma DP2x |
Otherwise known as | ST500 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-08-13 | 2011-02-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | True II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 2640 x 1760 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-124mm (4.6x) | 41mm (1x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 15s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.40 m | 4.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 320x240 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 169 grams (0.37 lb) | 280 grams (0.62 lb) |
Physical 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 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 | ||
Battery model | SLB-07A | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, internal | SD/SDHC/MMC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $90 | $699 |