Samsung WB1100F vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

Below is a in-depth assessment of the Samsung WB1100F vs Sigma DP2 Quattro, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sigma. The resolution of the WB1100F (16MP) and the DP2 Quattro (20MP) is fairly well matched but the WB1100F (1/2.3") and DP2 Quattro (APS-C) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The WB1100F was revealed around the same time to the DP2 Quattro so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB1100F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a quick overview of how the WB1100F matches up against the DP2 Quattro with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB1100F and Sigma DP2 Quattro. The full galleries are available at Samsung WB1100F Gallery and Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung WB1100F offers outer measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") and a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 Quattro has specifications of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") with a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

Compare the Samsung WB1100F vs Sigma DP2 Quattro in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the WB1100F and the DP2 Quattro.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WB1100F and DP2 Quattro is 67 and 70 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements merely by looking at a spec sheet. The visual below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the WB1100F and DP2 Quattro.

Clearly, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The WB1100F using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Sigma DP2 Quattro will resolve greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images a little more aggressively.