Samsung NX11 vs Sigma fp L

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Samsung NX11 and Sigma fp L, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sigma. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the NX11 (15MP) and fp L (61MP) and the NX11 (APS-C) and fp L (Full frame) boast totally different sensor size.

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The NX11 was launched 11 years prior to the fp L and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the NX11 matches up against the fp L when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX11 and Sigma fp L. The complete galleries are available at Samsung NX11 Gallery and Sigma fp L Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX11 has external dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Sigma fp L has dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") and a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX11 and Sigma fp L in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the NX11 versus the fp L.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the NX11 and fp L is 80 and 83 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by going over specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the NX11 and fp L.

All in all, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The NX11 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Sigma fp L will offer more detail utilizing its extra 46MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The older NX11 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.