Samsung NX1 vs Sigma fp

Here is a detailed assessment of the Samsung NX1 vs Sigma fp, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sigma. The resolution of the NX1 (28MP) and the fp (25MP) is relatively comparable but the NX1 (APS-C) and fp (Full frame) enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The NX1 was launched 5 years prior to the fp and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summation of how the NX1 grades against the fp with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX1 and Sigma fp. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX1 Gallery and Sigma fp Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX1 comes with physical measurements of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) while the Sigma fp has dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") and a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

Compare the Samsung NX1 vs Sigma fp in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the NX1 against the fp.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the NX1 and fp is 66 and 84 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing simply by seeing specs. The visual here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the NX1 and fp.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The NX1 because of its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Samsung NX1 will produce more detail utilizing its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older NX1 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.