Samsung WB210 vs Sigma DP2s
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Samsung WB210 vs Sigma DP2s Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 174g - 101 x 59 x 22mm
- Launched July 2011
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Succeeded the Sigma DP2
- Replacement is Sigma DP2x

Samsung WB210 vs Sigma DP2s Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Samsung WB210 versus Sigma DP2s, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sigma. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the WB210 (14MP) and DP2s (5MP) and the WB210 (1/2.3") and DP2s (APS-C) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

The WB210 was announced 18 months later than the DP2s which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung WB210 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the WB210 grades vs the DP2s in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung WB210 vs Sigma DP2s Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB210 and Sigma DP2s. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung WB210 Gallery and Sigma DP2s Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB210 over the Sigma DP2s
WB210 | DP2s | |||
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Revealed | July 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 18 months |
Screen dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+1") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2s over the Samsung WB210
DP2s | WB210 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 1k | Sharper screen (+229k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung WB210 and Sigma DP2s
WB210 | DP2s | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Samsung WB210 vs Sigma DP2s Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung WB210 comes with outside dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2s has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung WB210 versus Sigma DP2s in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the WB210 vs the DP2s.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WB210 and DP2s is 94 and 86 respectively.

Samsung WB210 vs Sigma DP2s Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading specifications. The graphic underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the WB210 and DP2s.
To sum up, both of those cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The WB210 having a tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Samsung WB210 will offer you greater detail with its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more recent WB210 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Samsung WB210 vs Sigma DP2s Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung WB210 vs Sigma DP2s Specifications
Samsung WB210 | Sigma DP2s | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sigma |
Model | Samsung WB210 | Sigma DP2s |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-07-19 | 2010-02-20 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | True II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 2640 x 1760 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 50 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 41mm (1x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.9-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.5 inch | 2.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 1 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 15 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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 fps) | 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 320x240 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 174g (0.38 lbs) | 280g (0.62 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | microSC/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/MMC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $279 | $940 |