Samsung WB150F vs Sigma DP1x

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Samsung WB150F vs Sigma DP1x, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sigma. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the WB150F (14MP) and DP1x (5MP) and the WB150F (1/2.3") and DP1x (APS-C) possess different sensor sizing.

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The WB150F was revealed 23 months later than the DP1x making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB150F being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the WB150F matches up vs the DP1x in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB150F & Sigma DP1x. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung WB150F Gallery & Sigma DP1x Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung WB150F provides physical measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Sigma DP1x has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the WB150F vs the DP1x.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the WB150F and DP1x is 93 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through specifications. The photograph here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WB150F and DP1x.

Plainly, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The WB150F with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Samsung WB150F will render more detail because of its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more modern WB150F provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.