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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sigma fp

Portability
82
Imaging
62
Features
76
Overall
67
Samsung Galaxy NX front
 
Sigma fp front
Portability
84
Imaging
75
Features
79
Overall
76

Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sigma fp Key Specs

Samsung Galaxy NX
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • 1/6000s Max Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Samsung NX Mount
  • 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
  • Announced June 2013
Sigma fp
(Full Review)
  • 25MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 102400)
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 422g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
  • Announced July 2019
  • Successor is Sigma fp L
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sigma fp Overview

The following is a extensive comparison of the Samsung Galaxy NX versus Sigma fp, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. The resolution of the Galaxy NX (20MP) and the fp (25MP) is very close but the Galaxy NX (APS-C) and fp (Full frame) come with different sensor sizes.

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The Galaxy NX was launched 7 years before the fp which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the Galaxy NX scores versus the fp for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Sigma fp

 Galaxy NX fp 
Display dimension4.8"3.2"Larger display (+1.6")

Reasons to pick Sigma fp over the Samsung Galaxy NX

 fp Galaxy NX 
AnnouncedJuly 2019June 2013Newer by 73 months
Display resolution2100k922kCrisper display (+1178k dot)

Common features in the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sigma fp

 Galaxy NX fp 
Manual focus Very precise focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch display Easily navigate

Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sigma fp Physical Comparison

If you are intending to travel with your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung Galaxy NX enjoys external measurements of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) while 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).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the Galaxy NX compared to the fp.

Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sigma fp size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy NX and fp is 82 and 84 respectively.

Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sigma fp top view buttons comparison

Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sigma fp Sensor Comparison

Typically, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through technical specs. The picture here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy NX and fp.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Galaxy NX due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF more challenging and the Sigma fp will result in extra detail utilizing its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged Galaxy NX will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sigma fp sensor size comparison

Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sigma fp Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sigma fp Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung Galaxy NX as a Portrait photography camera
Sigma fp as a Portrait photography camera
77
has manual focus
good MP (20 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
comes with face detection autofocus
exports RAW files
85
has manual focus
fantastic megapixels (25MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
comes with face detect focusing
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Samsung Galaxy NX
Street photography with Sigma fp
68
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW files
provides focus via touch
above average high ISO (25,600)
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
more heavy than competition in class (495g)
77
great sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
boasts touch to focus
environment proof
above average high ISO (25,600)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Samsung Galaxy NX Sports photography advice
Sigma fp Sports photography advice
72
maximum shutter speed is high (1/6,000s)
good MP (20MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
better than average battery power (440 CIPA)
comes with phase detect autofocus
does not have image stabilization
73
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
fantastic megapixels (25MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
comes with tracking focus
environment proof
no image stabilization
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Samsung Galaxy NX
Travel photography with Sigma fp
68
better than average battery power (440 CIPA)
provides focus via touch
good MP (20 megapixels)
flash built-in
does not have Timelapse function
more heavy than competition in class (495 grams)
display isn't selfie friendly
78
environment proof
boasts touch to focus
fantastic megapixels (25MP)
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung Galaxy NX as a Landscape photography camera
Sigma fp as a Landscape photography camera
73
has manual focus
switch lenses (Samsung NX mount)
lovely big screen (4.8 inches)
good MP (20 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
above average high ISO (25,600)
exports RAW files
better than average battery power (440 CIPA)
does not have image stabilization
does not have Timelapse function
82
has manual focus
switch lenses (Leica L mount)
screen is a good size (3.2")
fantastic megapixels (25MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
above average high ISO (25,600)
supports RAW formats
environment proof
no image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung Galaxy NX Vlogging highlights
Sigma fp Vlogging highlights
34
touchscreen capability
comes with face detection autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
does have external microphone socket
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
more heavy than competition in class (495g)
37
touch screen
comes with face detect focusing
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
includes mic socket
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sigma fp Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung Galaxy NX and Sigma fp
 Samsung Galaxy NXSigma fp
General Information
Brand Samsung Sigma
Model type Samsung Galaxy NX Sigma fp
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Announced 2013-06-20 2019-07-11
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip DRIMe IV -
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor dimensions 23.5 x 15.7mm 35.9 x 23.9mm
Sensor area 369.0mm² 858.0mm²
Sensor resolution 20MP 25MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 5472 x 3648 6000 x 4000
Highest native ISO 25600 25600
Highest enhanced ISO - 102400
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Minimum enhanced ISO - 6
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points - 49
Lens
Lens mount type Samsung NX Leica L
Total lenses 32 30
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 4.8" 3.2"
Resolution of display 922k dots 2,100k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display technology HD TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Features
Min shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Max shutter speed 1/6000 secs 1/8000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 9.0 frames per sec 12.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual no built-in flash
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/180 secs -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 3840x2160
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In No
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) Yes
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 495 grams (1.09 pounds) 422 grams (0.93 pounds)
Dimensions 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 440 photographs -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID - BP-51
Self timer Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) Yes (2 or 10 wec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported)
Card slots One One
Retail price $1,300 $2,050