Samsung NX mini vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

Its time to look more in depth at the Samsung NX mini versus Sigma DP2 Quattro, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sigma. The resolution of the NX mini (20.5MP) and the DP2 Quattro (20MP) is fairly close but the NX mini (1") and DP2 Quattro (APS-C) have different sensor sizing.

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The NX mini was brought out 2 months after the DP2 Quattro and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the NX mini matches up against the DP2 Quattro with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX mini & Sigma DP2 Quattro. The entire galleries are available at Samsung NX mini Gallery & Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX mini has exterior measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 Quattro has measurements of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX mini versus Sigma DP2 Quattro in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the NX mini and the DP2 Quattro.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the NX mini and DP2 Quattro is 93 and 70 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes only by viewing specifications. The pic below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the NX mini and DP2 Quattro.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The NX mini due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Samsung NX mini will provide you with more detail having its extra 0.5MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively.