Samsung TL500 vs Sigma DP2s

Here, we will be reviewing the Samsung TL500 versus Sigma DP2s, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Samsung and Sigma. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the TL500 (10MP) and DP2s (5MP) and the TL500 (1/1.7") and DP2s (APS-C) posses different sensor dimensions.

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The TL500 was introduced 5 months after the DP2s so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung TL500 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick overview of how the TL500 matches up versus the DP2s with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung TL500 & Sigma DP2s. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung TL500 Gallery & Sigma DP2s Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung TL500 enjoys physical measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 386 grams (0.85 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2s has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the TL500 compared to the DP2s.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the TL500 and DP2s is 88 and 86 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the TL500 and DP2s.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The TL500 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh trickier and the Samsung TL500 will produce greater detail using its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots way more aggressively.