Samsung NX1100 vs Sigma DP1

Below, we are matching up the Samsung NX1100 and Sigma DP1, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sigma. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the NX1100 (20MP) and DP1 (5MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The NX1100 was brought out 4 years after the DP1 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the NX1100 grades versus the DP1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX1100 & Sigma DP1. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung NX1100 Gallery & Sigma DP1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX1100 enjoys external measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1 has dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") along with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the NX1100 compared to the DP1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX1100 and DP1 is 90 and 87 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading through a spec sheet. The pic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the NX1100 and DP1.

As you can see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Samsung NX1100 to give you more detail having its extra 15MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher NX1100 will have a benefit in sensor technology.