Samsung NX100 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill
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Samsung NX100 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 282g - 120 x 71 x 35mm
- Revealed September 2010
- Refreshed by Samsung NX200
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- 50mm (F2.8) lens
- 330g - 122 x 67 x 59mm
- Announced February 2012
- Previous Model is Sigma DP1 Merrill
- Later Model is Sigma DP3 Merrill
Samsung NX100 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Overview
The following is a extensive overview of the Samsung NX100 versus Sigma DP2 Merrill, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the NX100 (15MP) and the DP2 Merrill (15MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe NX100 was revealed 17 months earlier than the DP2 Merrill which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a short summation of how the NX100 scores against the DP2 Merrill when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung NX100 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX100 & Sigma DP2 Merrill. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung NX100 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX100 over the Sigma DP2 Merrill
NX100 | DP2 Merrill |
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Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 Merrill over the Samsung NX100
DP2 Merrill | NX100 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | September 2010 | Newer by 17 months | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 614k | Crisper screen (+306k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung NX100 and Sigma DP2 Merrill
NX100 | DP2 Merrill | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither offers Touch screen |
Samsung NX100 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX100 offers outer dimensions of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Sigma DP2 Merrill has dimensions of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung NX100 versus Sigma DP2 Merrill in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the NX100 versus the DP2 Merrill.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the NX100 and DP2 Merrill is 88 and 83 respectively.
Samsung NX100 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading technical specs. The picture here should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX100 and DP2 Merrill.
As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP so you can expect similar quality of images although you might want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The more aged NX100 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
Samsung NX100 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung NX100 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Specifications
Samsung NX100 | Sigma DP2 Merrill | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sigma |
Model type | Samsung NX100 | Sigma DP2 Merrill |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-09-14 | 2012-02-08 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DRIMe Engine | Dual TRUE II engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 24 x 16mm |
Sensor area | 365.0mm² | 384.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15MP | 15MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 4704 x 3136 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 15 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 50mm (1x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.8 |
Amount of lenses | 32 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 614 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | VGA AMOLED | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | - |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640x480 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 282 grams (0.62 lbs) | 330 grams (0.73 lbs) |
Dimensions | 120 x 71 x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") | 122 x 67 x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | BP1130 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | - |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $386 | $931 |