Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sigma DP2s

Here, we will be matching up the Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sigma DP2s, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sigma. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the Galaxy NX (20MP) and DP2s (5MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The Galaxy NX was manufactured 3 years later than the DP2s and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a short summation of how the Galaxy NX matches up vs the DP2s in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy NX and Sigma DP2s. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery and Sigma DP2s Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung Galaxy NX has outside measurements of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") and a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2s has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Check the Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sigma DP2s in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the Galaxy NX versus the DP2s.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy NX and DP2s is 82 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements purely by checking specifications. The visual underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy NX and DP2s.

Plainly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Samsung Galaxy NX to give extra detail due to its extra 15MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent Galaxy NX is going to have an edge in sensor tech.