Samsung GX-20 vs Sigma DP2s
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Samsung GX-20 vs Sigma DP2s Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 142 x 101 x 72mm
- Launched January 2008
- Replaced the Samsung GX-10
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Launched February 2010
- Replaced the Sigma DP2
- Successor is Sigma DP2x
Samsung GX-20 vs Sigma DP2s Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Samsung GX-20 versus Sigma DP2s, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the GX-20 (15MP) and DP2s (5MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe GX-20 was revealed 3 years earlier than the DP2s which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the GX-20 scores vs the DP2s when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung GX-20 vs Sigma DP2s Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-20 & Sigma DP2s. The full galleries are available at Samsung GX-20 Gallery & Sigma DP2s Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-20 over the Sigma DP2s
GX-20 | DP2s | |||
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Screen size | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2s over the Samsung GX-20
DP2s | GX-20 | |||
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Launched | February 2010 | January 2008 | More modern by 25 months |
Common features in the Samsung GX-20 and Sigma DP2s
GX-20 | DP2s | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither has Touch screen |
Samsung GX-20 vs Sigma DP2s Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung GX-20 has outside measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) while the Sigma DP2s has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung GX-20 versus Sigma DP2s in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the GX-20 compared to the DP2s.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the GX-20 and DP2s is 58 and 86 respectively.
Samsung GX-20 vs Sigma DP2s Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading specifications. The pic underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the GX-20 and DP2s.
To sum up, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Samsung GX-20 to offer greater detail because of its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged GX-20 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Samsung GX-20 vs Sigma DP2s Specifications
Samsung GX-20 | Sigma DP2s | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sigma |
Model | Samsung GX-20 | Sigma DP2s |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2008-01-24 | 2010-02-20 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | True II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 365.0mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4688 x 3120 | 2640 x 1760 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Pentax KAF2 | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 41mm (1x) |
Total lenses | 151 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 15 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) | 4.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | None | 320x240 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 800 grams (1.76 pounds) | 280 grams (0.62 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 142 x 101 x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 68 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.1 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 714 | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/MMC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $850 | $940 |