Samsung WB210 vs Sigma SD1

Here is a thorough assessment of the Samsung WB210 and Sigma SD1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Samsung and Sigma. The image resolution of the WB210 (14MP) and the SD1 (15MP) is very close but the WB210 (1/2.3") and SD1 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor size.

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The WB210 was announced 11 months later than the SD1 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung WB210 being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the WB210 grades versus the SD1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB210 & Sigma SD1. The whole galleries are available at Samsung WB210 Gallery & Sigma SD1 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung WB210 provides exterior measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Sigma SD1 has proportions of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the WB210 versus the SD1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB210 and SD1 is 94 and 77 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing purely by researching a spec sheet. The visual below might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the WB210 and SD1.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The WB210 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Sigma SD1 will result in greater detail with its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images more aggressively. The fresher WB210 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.