Samsung WB150F vs Sigma DP1
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37 Features
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Samsung WB150F vs Sigma DP1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 188g - 107 x 61 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2012
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 800
- No Video
- 28mm (F) lens
- 270g - 113 x 60 x 50mm
- Released May 2008
- Successor is Sigma DP1s

Samsung WB150F vs Sigma DP1 Overview
Its time to look a little more closely at the Samsung WB150F versus Sigma DP1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the WB150F (14MP) and DP1 (5MP) and the WB150F (1/2.3") and DP1 (APS-C) have different sensor size.

The WB150F was brought out 3 years after the DP1 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung WB150F being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the WB150F grades versus the DP1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung WB150F vs Sigma DP1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB150F & Sigma DP1. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung WB150F Gallery & Sigma DP1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB150F over the Sigma DP1
WB150F | DP1 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | ![]() | May 2008 | Newer by 45 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1 over the Samsung WB150F
DP1 | WB150F |
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Common features in the Samsung WB150F and Sigma DP1
WB150F | DP1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Samsung WB150F vs Sigma DP1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung WB150F features physical measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1 has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") along with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).
Compare the Samsung WB150F versus Sigma DP1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the WB150F and the DP1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WB150F and DP1 is 93 and 87 respectively.

Samsung WB150F vs Sigma DP1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WB150F and DP1.
Clearly, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The WB150F featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Samsung WB150F will deliver greater detail having its extra 9MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics more aggressively. The younger WB150F provides a benefit in sensor technology.

Samsung WB150F vs Sigma DP1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung WB150F vs Sigma DP1 Specifications
Samsung WB150F | Sigma DP1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sigma |
Model | Samsung WB150F | Sigma DP1 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-01-09 | 2008-05-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 5MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 2640 x 1760 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 800 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-432mm (18.0x) | 28mm (1x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | - |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 188 gr (0.41 lb) | 270 gr (0.60 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 61 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") |
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-10A | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $230 | $566 |