Samsung WB350F vs Sigma DP2x

Lets take a more detailed look at the Samsung WB350F vs Sigma DP2x, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the WB350F (16MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the WB350F (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The WB350F was manufactured 2 years after the DP2x which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung WB350F being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the WB350F scores vs the DP2x with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB350F and Sigma DP2x. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung WB350F Gallery and Sigma DP2x Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB350F has got physical measurements of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2x has dimensions 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 depending on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the WB350F versus the DP2x.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB350F and DP2x is 90 and 86 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WB350F and DP2x.

Clearly, both cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The WB350F because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF harder and the Samsung WB350F will give you more detail due to its extra 11MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics more aggressively. The younger WB350F should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.