Samsung NX100 vs Sigma SD9

Its time to examine more in depth at the Samsung NX100 vs Sigma SD9, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Samsung and Sigma. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the NX100 (15MP) and SD9 (3MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

The NX100 was released 7 years later than the SD9 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma SD9 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the NX100 matches up versus the SD9 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX100 and Sigma SD9. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX100 Gallery and Sigma SD9 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX100 enjoys external dimensions of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sigma SD9 has proportions of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung NX100 vs Sigma SD9 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the NX100 against the SD9.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX100 and SD9 is 88 and 54 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through a spec sheet. The visual underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX100 and SD9.

Clearly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung NX100 to result in more detail as a result of its extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger NX100 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.