Samsung WB2200F vs Sigma SD15

Below is a in-depth assessment of the Samsung WB2200F vs Sigma SD15, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Samsung and Sigma. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the WB2200F (16MP) and SD15 (5MP) and the WB2200F (1/2.3") and SD15 (APS-C) use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The WB2200F was launched 3 years later than the SD15 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung WB2200F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma SD15 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the WB2200F grades vs the SD15 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB2200F and Sigma SD15. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung WB2200F Gallery and Sigma SD15 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB2200F features outer measurements of 119mm x 122mm x 99mm (4.7" x 4.8" x 3.9") with a weight of 708 grams (1.56 lbs) and the Sigma SD15 has dimensions of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Examine the Samsung WB2200F vs Sigma SD15 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the WB2200F versus the SD15.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the WB2200F and SD15 is 59 and 59 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements just by going through technical specs. The graphic below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WB2200F and SD15.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The WB2200F due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Samsung WB2200F will provide extra detail utilizing its extra 11MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The more recent WB2200F is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.