Samsung WB210 vs Sigma DP2x
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Samsung WB210 vs Sigma DP2x Key Specs
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost 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
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- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Launched February 2011
- Previous Model is Sigma DP2s
Samsung WB210 vs Sigma DP2x Overview
Below, we will be looking at the Samsung WB210 vs Sigma DP2x, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sigma. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the WB210 (14MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the WB210 (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) use different sensor sizes.
Photography GlossaryThe WB210 was released 6 months after the DP2x which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung WB210 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise summary of how the WB210 matches up versus the DP2x in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung WB210 vs Sigma DP2x Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB210 and Sigma DP2x. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung WB210 Gallery and Sigma DP2x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB210 over the Sigma DP2x
WB210 | DP2x | |||
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Screen dimension | 3.5" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+1") | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Samsung WB210
DP2x | WB210 | |||
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Screen resolution | 230k | 1k | Crisper screen (+229k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung WB210 and Sigma DP2x
WB210 | DP2x | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | February 2011 | Same generation | |
Manually focus | More precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Samsung WB210 vs Sigma DP2x Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung WB210 features outer dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Sigma DP2x has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
Check out the Samsung WB210 vs Sigma DP2x in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the WB210 vs the DP2x.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WB210 and DP2x is 94 and 86 respectively.
Samsung WB210 vs Sigma DP2x Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through technical specs. The picture underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the WB210 and DP2x.
As you have seen, each of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The WB210 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Samsung WB210 will show extra detail as a result of its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively.
Samsung WB210 vs Sigma DP2x Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung WB210 vs Sigma DP2x Specifications
Samsung WB210 | Sigma DP2x | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sigma |
Model type | Samsung WB210 | Sigma DP2x |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-07-19 | 2011-02-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | 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 megapixel | 5 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 2640 x 1760 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 41mm (1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.9-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.5 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 1k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 15 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 4.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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 (60, 30 fps) | 320 x 240 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 320x240 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 174g (0.38 pounds) | 280g (0.62 pounds) |
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 rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | microSC/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/MMC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $279 | $699 |