Samsung NX1000 vs Sigma SD15
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Samsung NX1000 vs Sigma SD15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Revealed April 2012
- Successor is Samsung NX1100
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 750g - 144 x 107 x 81mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Superseded the Sigma SD14
Samsung NX1000 vs Sigma SD15 Overview
Below, we are looking at the Samsung NX1000 versus Sigma SD15, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Samsung and Sigma. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the NX1000 (20MP) and SD15 (5MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe NX1000 was announced 2 years later than the SD15 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma SD15 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the NX1000 matches up against the SD15 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung NX1000 vs Sigma SD15 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX1000 and Sigma SD15. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX1000 Gallery and Sigma SD15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1000 over the Sigma SD15
NX1000 | SD15 | |||
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Revealed | April 2012 | February 2010 | Fresher by 27 months | |
Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Clearer display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD15 over the Samsung NX1000
SD15 | NX1000 |
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Common features in the Samsung NX1000 and Sigma SD15
NX1000 | SD15 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Samsung NX1000 vs Sigma SD15 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX1000 enjoys outer dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sigma SD15 has dimensions of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") having a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).
Look at the Samsung NX1000 versus Sigma SD15 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the NX1000 versus the SD15.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX1000 and SD15 is 90 and 59 respectively.
Samsung NX1000 vs Sigma SD15 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The graphic here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the NX1000 and SD15.
All in all, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Samsung NX1000 to offer you greater detail with its extra 15MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images much more aggressively. The more recent NX1000 will have an advantage in sensor tech.
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Samsung NX1000 vs Sigma SD15 Specifications
Samsung NX1000 | Sigma SD15 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sigma |
Model | Samsung NX1000 | Sigma SD15 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2012-04-19 | 2010-02-20 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
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 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 |
Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 2640 x 1760 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 15 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Samsung NX | Sigma SA |
Total lenses | 32 | 76 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 921k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.6x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 222 grams (0.49 lb) | 750 grams (1.65 lb) |
Dimensions | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 144 x 107 x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BC1030 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $388 | $1,500 |