Samsung WB700 vs Sigma DP2x
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Samsung WB700 vs Sigma DP2x Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 100 x 59 x 22mm
- Launched December 2010
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Announced February 2011
- Superseded the Sigma DP2s
Samsung WB700 vs Sigma DP2x Overview
Below is a thorough comparison of the Samsung WB700 versus Sigma DP2x, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the WB700 (14MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the WB700 (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) come with totally different sensor dimensions.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe WB700 was announced within a month of the DP2x and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung WB700 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the WB700 scores versus the DP2x when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung WB700 vs Sigma DP2x Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB700 and Sigma DP2x. The whole galleries are available at Samsung WB700 Gallery and Sigma DP2x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB700 over the Sigma DP2x
WB700 | DP2x | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 614k | 230k | Crisper display (+384k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Samsung WB700
DP2x | WB700 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focus |
Common features in the Samsung WB700 and Sigma DP2x
WB700 | DP2x | |||
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Announced | December 2010 | February 2011 | Same generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Samsung WB700 vs Sigma DP2x Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB700 has got physical dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sigma DP2x has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
Compare the Samsung WB700 versus Sigma DP2x in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the WB700 compared to the DP2x.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB700 and DP2x is 98 and 86 respectively.
Samsung WB700 vs Sigma DP2x Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements simply by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the WB700 and DP2x.
Clearly, the two cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The WB700 using its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Samsung WB700 will provide you with extra detail with its extra 9MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively.
Samsung WB700 vs Sigma DP2x Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
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Samsung WB700 vs Sigma DP2x Specifications
Samsung WB700 | Sigma DP2x | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sigma |
Model type | Samsung WB700 | Sigma DP2x |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-12-28 | 2011-02-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | True II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 5MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 2640 x 1760 |
Highest native ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | - | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 41mm (1x) |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.5" |
Display resolution | 614k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 15 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.30 m |
Flash modes | - | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 320x240 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 280g (0.62 pounds) |
Dimensions | 100 x 59 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/MMC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $300 | $699 |