Samsung NX100 vs Sigma DP1s

Here is a thorough review of the Samsung NX100 and Sigma DP1s, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sigma. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the NX100 (15MP) and DP1s (5MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The NX100 was announced 12 months later than the DP1s and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP1s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the NX100 grades against the DP1s with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX100 and Sigma DP1s. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX100 Gallery and Sigma DP1s Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX100 provides outside measurements of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Sigma DP1s has dimensions of 109mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

Check the Samsung NX100 and Sigma DP1s in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the NX100 versus the DP1s.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the NX100 and DP1s is 88 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading a spec sheet. The photograph below may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the NX100 and DP1s.

Clearly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Samsung NX100 to deliver more detail with its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger NX100 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.