Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sigma DP2

Let's examine more in depth at the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sigma DP2, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Galaxy NX (20MP) and DP2 (5MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Galaxy NX was manufactured 3 years after the DP2 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Galaxy NX grades versus the DP2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy NX and Sigma DP2. The entire galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery and Sigma DP2 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung Galaxy NX features outside dimensions of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") having a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sigma DP2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the Galaxy NX versus the DP2.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy NX and DP2 is 82 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions purely by viewing technical specs. The pic below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy NX and DP2.

As you have seen, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Samsung Galaxy NX to result in more detail due to its extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The newer Galaxy NX provides an edge in sensor technology.