Samsung WB850F vs Sigma DP2 Quattro
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Samsung WB850F vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 250g - 109 x 62 x 25mm
- Announced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- No Video
- 45mm (F2.8) lens
- 395g - 161 x 67 x 82mm
- Announced February 2014
Samsung WB850F vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Overview
Let's look more closely at the Samsung WB850F versus Sigma DP2 Quattro, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the WB850F (16MP) and the DP2 Quattro (20MP) is pretty comparable but the WB850F (1/2.3") and DP2 Quattro (APS-C) offer different sensor size.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe WB850F was brought out 3 years earlier than the DP2 Quattro and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung WB850F being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short introduction of how the WB850F matches up against the DP2 Quattro in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung WB850F vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB850F & Sigma DP2 Quattro. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung WB850F Gallery & Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB850F over the Sigma DP2 Quattro
WB850F | DP2 Quattro |
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Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 Quattro over the Samsung WB850F
DP2 Quattro | WB850F | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | January 2012 | Fresher by 25 months | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 614k | Sharper screen (+306k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung WB850F and Sigma DP2 Quattro
WB850F | DP2 Quattro | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen size | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither has Touch screen |
Samsung WB850F vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung WB850F has exterior dimensions of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 Quattro has sizing of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") and a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung WB850F versus Sigma DP2 Quattro in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the WB850F against the DP2 Quattro.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the WB850F and DP2 Quattro is 91 and 70 respectively.
Samsung WB850F vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by going through technical specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB850F and DP2 Quattro.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The WB850F because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sigma DP2 Quattro will show extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The older WB850F will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Samsung WB850F vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Specifications
Samsung WB850F | Sigma DP2 Quattro | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sigma |
Model | Samsung WB850F | Sigma DP2 Quattro |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-01-09 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TRUE III engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5424 x 3616 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | 45mm (1x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.8 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 614k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | AMOLED display | TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 250 grams (0.55 lbs) | 395 grams (0.87 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 62 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") | 161 x 67 x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | SLB-10A | BP-51 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $599 | $931 |