Samsung GX-1L vs Sigma DP2

In this article, we will be looking at the Samsung GX-1L vs Sigma DP2, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Samsung and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the GX-1L (6MP) and the DP2 (5MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The GX-1L was manufactured 4 years earlier than the DP2 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summation of how the GX-1L grades vs the DP2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-1L and Sigma DP2. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung GX-1L Gallery and Sigma DP2 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung GX-1L has physical measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the GX-1L compared to the DP2.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the GX-1L and DP2 is 69 and 86 respectively.

Usually, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions only by looking through technical specs. The pic underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the GX-1L and DP2.

As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Samsung GX-1L to render more detail due to its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged GX-1L will be behind in sensor innovation.