Samsung WB30F vs Sigma DP2s

Below, we are analyzing the Samsung WB30F vs Sigma DP2s, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sigma. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the WB30F (16MP) and DP2s (5MP) and the WB30F (1/2.3") and DP2s (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The WB30F was revealed 2 years after the DP2s which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Samsung WB30F being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the WB30F matches up versus the DP2s in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB30F and Sigma DP2s. The full galleries are provided at Samsung WB30F Gallery and Sigma DP2s Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung WB30F provides outer measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sigma DP2s has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the WB30F compared to the DP2s.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the WB30F and DP2s is 96 and 86 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor sizes simply by checking out specifications. The picture here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the WB30F and DP2s.

Plainly, each of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The WB30F with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Samsung WB30F will show extra detail because of its extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The newer WB30F will have a benefit in sensor technology.