Samsung GX-20 vs Sigma Quattro

In this article, we will be analyzing the Samsung GX-20 and Sigma Quattro, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sigma. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the GX-20 (15MP) and Quattro (29MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The GX-20 was brought out 9 years prior to the Quattro and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sigma Quattro being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the GX-20 scores against the Quattro when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung GX-20 and Sigma sd Quattro. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-20 Gallery and Sigma Quattro Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung GX-20 enjoys physical measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) whilst the Sigma Quattro has proportions of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") having a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the GX-20 versus the Quattro.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX-20 and Quattro is 58 and 63 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to visualize the difference in sensor measurements merely by seeing technical specs. The photograph below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the GX-20 and Quattro.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sigma Quattro to provide more detail having its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older GX-20 will be behind in sensor tech.