Samsung NX mini vs Sigma Quattro

The following is a in depth analysis of the Samsung NX mini and Sigma Quattro, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sigma. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the NX mini (20.5MP) and Quattro (29MP) and the NX mini (1") and Quattro (APS-C) posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The NX mini was introduced 23 months prior to the Quattro which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the NX mini grades vs the Quattro when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX mini & Sigma sd Quattro. The whole galleries are available at Samsung NX mini Gallery & Sigma Quattro Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung NX mini enjoys outer measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sigma Quattro has specifications of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") with a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the NX mini versus the Quattro.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX mini and Quattro is 93 and 63 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the NX mini and Quattro.

As you have seen, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The NX mini with its tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF more challenging and the Sigma Quattro will offer more detail using its extra 8.5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged NX mini is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.