Samsung NX1000 vs Sigma DP2s
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Samsung NX1000 vs Sigma DP2s Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Introduced April 2012
- Later Model is Samsung NX1100
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Launched February 2010
- Previous Model is Sigma DP2
- Refreshed by Sigma DP2x
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The following is a extensive comparison of the Samsung NX1000 vs Sigma DP2s, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sigma. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the NX1000 (20MP) and DP2s (5MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe NX1000 was introduced 2 years after the DP2s which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before diving into a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the NX1000 scores against the DP2s when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX1000 over the Sigma DP2s
| NX1000 | DP2s | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | April 2012 |  | February 2010 | Newer by 27 months |
| Display size | 3" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2s over the Samsung NX1000
| DP2s | NX1000 |
|---|
Common features in the Samsung NX1000 and Sigma DP2s
| NX1000 | DP2s | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very accurate focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Missing Touch friendly display |
Samsung NX1000 vs Sigma DP2s Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX1000 has outside measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sigma DP2s has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the NX1000 against the DP2s.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX1000 and DP2s is 90 and 86 respectively.
Samsung NX1000 vs Sigma DP2s Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specs. The picture underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the NX1000 and DP2s.
All in all, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Samsung NX1000 to give more detail using its extra 15MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The newer NX1000 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Samsung NX1000 vs Sigma DP2s Specifications
| Samsung NX1000 | Sigma DP2s | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Samsung | Sigma |
| Model | Samsung NX1000 | Sigma DP2s |
| Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2012-04-19 | 2010-02-20 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | True II |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
| Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 285.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 5 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 2640 x 1760 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 50 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 15 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | - | 41mm (1x) |
| Total lenses | 32 | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.7 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
| Screen resolution | 921k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 8.0fps | 3.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | 4.30 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Highest flash sync | 1/180 seconds | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 320 x 240 |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 320x240 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 222 gr (0.49 lb) | 280 gr (0.62 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | 72 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | 22.8 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 12.4 | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | 840 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 320 images | - |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | BC1030 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/MMC card |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Launch cost | $388 | $940 |