Samsung NX100 vs Sigma DP2
88 Imaging
55 Features
54 Overall
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86 Imaging
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Samsung NX100 vs Sigma DP2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 282g - 120 x 71 x 35mm
- Announced September 2010
- Newer Model is Samsung NX200
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Released September 2009
- Renewed by Sigma DP2s
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Here, we will be analyzing the Samsung NX100 versus Sigma DP2, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sigma. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the NX100 (15MP) and DP2 (5MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe NX100 was announced 12 months after the DP2 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the NX100 matches up vs the DP2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX100 & Sigma DP2. The whole galleries are available at Samsung NX100 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX100 over the Sigma DP2
| NX100 | DP2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | September 2010 |  | September 2009 | More modern by 12 months |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
| Screen resolution | 614k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+384k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 over the Samsung NX100
| DP2 | NX100 |
|---|
Common features in the Samsung NX100 and Sigma DP2
| NX100 | DP2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial accurate focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Samsung NX100 vs Sigma DP2 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX100 has got physical measurements of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the NX100 versus the DP2.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the NX100 and DP2 is 88 and 86 respectively.
Samsung NX100 vs Sigma DP2 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by checking a spec sheet. The image below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the NX100 and DP2.
Clearly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Samsung NX100 to give you greater detail with its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher NX100 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Samsung NX100 vs Sigma DP2 Specifications
| Samsung NX100 | Sigma DP2 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Samsung | Sigma |
| Model type | Samsung NX100 | Sigma DP2 |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2010-09-14 | 2009-09-21 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | DRIMe Engine | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
| Sensor surface area | 365.0mm² | 285.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 15 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 2640 x 1760 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 15 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | - | 41mm (1x) |
| Available lenses | 32 | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.7 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3" | 2.5" |
| Resolution of display | 614 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display tech | VGA AMOLED | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | 4.30 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 320x240 |
| Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 282 grams (0.62 pounds) | 280 grams (0.62 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 120 x 71 x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 62 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 22.6 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.7 | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | 563 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 420 shots | - |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | BP1130 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/MMC card |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Cost at release | $386 | $649 |