Samsung GX-1L vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

The following is a in-depth analysis of the Samsung GX-1L and Sigma DP2 Quattro, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sigma. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the GX-1L (6MP) and DP2 Quattro (20MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The GX-1L was launched 9 years before the DP2 Quattro which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the GX-1L matches up against the DP2 Quattro in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung GX-1L and Sigma DP2 Quattro. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung GX-1L Gallery and Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Samsung GX-1L has got external dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") with a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs) and the Sigma DP2 Quattro has specifications of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") and a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

Check out the Samsung GX-1L and Sigma DP2 Quattro in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the GX-1L compared to the DP2 Quattro.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the GX-1L and DP2 Quattro is 69 and 70 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specs. The picture here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the GX-1L and DP2 Quattro.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sigma DP2 Quattro to result in more detail utilizing its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged GX-1L will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.