Samsung NX11 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

Below is a detailed overview of the Samsung NX11 and Sigma DP2 Quattro, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sigma. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the NX11 (15MP) and DP2 Quattro (20MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The NX11 was brought out 4 years prior to the DP2 Quattro and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the NX11 scores versus the DP2 Quattro when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX11 & Sigma DP2 Quattro. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung NX11 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Samsung NX11 offers outside measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 Quattro has specifications of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") having a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung NX11 and Sigma DP2 Quattro in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the NX11 versus the DP2 Quattro.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the NX11 and DP2 Quattro is 80 and 70 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading specifications. The visual here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX11 and DP2 Quattro.

Plainly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sigma DP2 Quattro to offer you greater detail having its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots more aggressively. The older NX11 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.