Samsung TL225 vs Sigma DP1s
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Samsung TL225 vs Sigma DP1s Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 187g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
- Launched August 2009
- Alternative Name is ST550
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 800
- No Video
- 28mm (F) lens
- 270g - 109 x 60 x 31mm
- Released October 2009
- Older Model is Sigma DP1
- New Model is Sigma DP1x

Samsung TL225 vs Sigma DP1s Overview
Here is a extended overview of the Samsung TL225 vs Sigma DP1s, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sigma. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the TL225 (12MP) and DP1s (5MP) and the TL225 (1/2.3") and DP1s (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizes.

The TL225 was announced very close to the DP1s and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung TL225 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP1s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the TL225 scores against the DP1s in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung TL225 vs Sigma DP1s Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung TL225 & Sigma DP1s. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung TL225 Gallery & Sigma DP1s Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL225 over the Sigma DP1s
TL225 | DP1s | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+1") |
Screen resolution | 1152k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+922k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1s over the Samsung TL225
DP1s | TL225 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus |
Common features in the Samsung TL225 and Sigma DP1s
TL225 | DP1s | |||
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Released | August 2009 | ![]() | October 2009 | Same age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Samsung TL225 vs Sigma DP1s Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung TL225 has external dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Sigma DP1s has measurements of 109mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).
Check the Samsung TL225 vs Sigma DP1s in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the TL225 and the DP1s.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TL225 and DP1s is 94 and 90 respectively.

Samsung TL225 vs Sigma DP1s Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TL225 and DP1s.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TL225 with its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Samsung TL225 will provide more detail with its extra 7MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively.

Samsung TL225 vs Sigma DP1s Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Samsung TL225 vs Sigma DP1s Specifications
Samsung TL225 | Sigma DP1s | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sigma |
Model | Samsung TL225 | Sigma DP1s |
Also called as | ST550 | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-08-13 | 2009-10-02 |
Body design | Ultracompact | 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 aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 2640 x 1760 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-124mm (4.6x) | 28mm (1x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.5 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,152 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.40 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) | - |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 187 grams (0.41 lbs) | 270 grams (0.60 lbs) |
Dimensions | 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") | 109 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 | SLB-07A | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/MMC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $488 | $0 |