Samsung WB2200F vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

On this page, we will be contrasting the Samsung WB2200F vs Sigma DP2 Quattro, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the WB2200F (16MP) and the DP2 Quattro (20MP) is pretty similar but the WB2200F (1/2.3") and DP2 Quattro (APS-C) have different sensor sizes.

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The WB2200F was launched at a similar time to the DP2 Quattro and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung WB2200F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the WB2200F matches up vs the DP2 Quattro with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB2200F and Sigma DP2 Quattro. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung WB2200F Gallery and Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB2200F comes with outside dimensions of 119mm x 122mm x 99mm (4.7" x 4.8" x 3.9") and a weight of 708 grams (1.56 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 Quattro has measurements of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") having a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

See the Samsung WB2200F vs Sigma DP2 Quattro in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the WB2200F against the DP2 Quattro.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the WB2200F and DP2 Quattro is 59 and 70 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements only by reading a spec sheet. The graphic below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the WB2200F and DP2 Quattro.

Clearly, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The WB2200F due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Sigma DP2 Quattro will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively.