Samsung GX-1S vs Sigma fp

Let's take a closer look at the Samsung GX-1S and Sigma fp, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sigma. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the GX-1S (6MP) and fp (25MP) and the GX-1S (APS-C) and fp (Full frame) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The GX-1S was unveiled 14 years earlier than the fp which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the GX-1S matches up versus the fp with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung GX-1S and Sigma fp. The full galleries are provided at Samsung GX-1S Gallery and Sigma fp Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung GX-1S has got outside measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs) and the Sigma fp has proportions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung GX-1S and Sigma fp in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the GX-1S vs the fp.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the GX-1S and fp is 68 and 84 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking technical specs. The image below will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the GX-1S and fp.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The GX-1S having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sigma fp will resolve extra detail having an extra 19MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged GX-1S is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.