Samsung NX mini vs Sigma DP2x

Following is a comprehensive review of the Samsung NX mini versus Sigma DP2x, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Samsung and Sigma. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the NX mini (20.5MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the NX mini (1") and DP2x (APS-C) offer different sensor size.

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The NX mini was revealed 3 years after the DP2x which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the NX mini matches up vs the DP2x with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX mini and Sigma DP2x. The full galleries are available at Samsung NX mini Gallery and Sigma DP2x Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you have to consider its weight and size. The Samsung NX mini comes with physical 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) and the Sigma DP2x has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the NX mini against the DP2x.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX mini and DP2x is 93 and 86 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the NX mini and DP2x.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The NX mini using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh tougher and the Samsung NX mini will render greater detail because of its extra 15.5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The fresher NX mini provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.