Samsung NX11 vs Sigma SD15
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Samsung NX11 vs Sigma SD15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 499g - 123 x 87 x 40mm
- Introduced December 2010
- Earlier Model is Samsung NX10
- Replacement is Samsung NX20
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 750g - 144 x 107 x 81mm
- Released February 2010
- Previous Model is Sigma SD14
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The following is a thorough review of the Samsung NX11 and Sigma SD15, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Samsung and Sigma. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the NX11 (15MP) and SD15 (5MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Photography GlossaryThe NX11 was unveiled 11 months after the SD15 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma SD15 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the NX11 matches up vs the SD15 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX11 and Sigma SD15. The full galleries are available at Samsung NX11 Gallery and Sigma SD15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX11 over the Sigma SD15
| NX11 | SD15 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | December 2010 |  | February 2010 | Newer by 11 months |
| Display resolution | 614k |  | 460k | Crisper display (+154k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD15 over the Samsung NX11
| SD15 | NX11 |
|---|
Common features in the Samsung NX11 and Sigma SD15
| NX11 | SD15 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More accurate focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither includes Touch display |
Samsung NX11 vs Sigma SD15 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung NX11 features external measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD15 has sizing of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") and a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung NX11 and Sigma SD15 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the NX11 against the SD15.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX11 and SD15 is 80 and 59 respectively.
Samsung NX11 vs Sigma SD15 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by researching technical specs. The picture below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the NX11 and SD15.
As you can tell, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung NX11 to provide you with more detail having an extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern NX11 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.
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Samsung NX11 vs Sigma SD15 Specifications
| Samsung NX11 | Sigma SD15 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Samsung | Sigma |
| Model type | Samsung NX11 | Sigma SD15 |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
| Introduced | 2010-12-28 | 2010-02-20 |
| Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | DRIM Engine | True II |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
| Sensor area | 365.0mm² | 285.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 15MP | 5MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
| Peak resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 2640 x 1760 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | - | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | 15 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Samsung NX | Sigma SA |
| Amount of lenses | 32 | 76 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.7 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 614 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Screen tech | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 96% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | 0.6x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 3.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 11.00 m | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | - |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | - |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
| Video format | H.264 | - |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 499 grams (1.10 lbs) | 750 grams (1.65 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") | 144 x 107 x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 63 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 22.7 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.8 | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | 553 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 400 shots | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | BP1130 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC card |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch price | $626 | $1,500 |
