Samsung NX1100 vs Sigma DP1x

Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Samsung NX1100 vs Sigma DP1x, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sigma. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the NX1100 (20MP) and DP1x (5MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The NX1100 was brought out 3 years later than the DP1x and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the NX1100 scores vs the DP1x in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX1100 and Sigma DP1x. The entire galleries are available at Samsung NX1100 Gallery and Sigma DP1x Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX1100 provides 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) and the Sigma DP1x has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

See the Samsung NX1100 vs Sigma DP1x in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the NX1100 compared to the DP1x.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the NX1100 and DP1x is 90 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching specs. The graphic here may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX1100 and DP1x.

All in all, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Samsung NX1100 to result in more detail having its extra 15 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern NX1100 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.