Samsung TL225 vs Sigma DP1

Below is a thorough assessment of the Samsung TL225 vs Sigma DP1, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sigma. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the TL225 (12MP) and DP1 (5MP) and the TL225 (1/2.3") and DP1 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The TL225 was revealed 16 months later than the DP1 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung TL225 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the TL225 matches up versus the DP1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung TL225 and Sigma DP1. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung TL225 Gallery and Sigma DP1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung TL225 enjoys outside measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Sigma DP1 has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") having a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the TL225 vs the DP1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TL225 and DP1 is 94 and 87 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements simply by seeing specifications. The photograph here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TL225 and DP1.

Plainly, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The TL225 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Samsung TL225 will provide more detail because of its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more recent TL225 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.