Samsung NX1100 vs Sigma DP2x
90 Imaging
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86 Imaging
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Samsung NX1100 vs Sigma DP2x Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Launched April 2013
- Superseded the Samsung NX1000
- Newer Model is Samsung NX2000
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Released February 2011
- Earlier Model is Sigma DP2s
Samsung NX1100 vs Sigma DP2x Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Samsung NX1100 vs Sigma DP2x, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sigma. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the NX1100 (20MP) and DP2x (5MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (APS-C).
Photography GlossaryThe NX1100 was unveiled 2 years later than the DP2x and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the NX1100 matches up vs the DP2x in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung NX1100 vs Sigma DP2x Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX1100 & Sigma DP2x. The full galleries are available at Samsung NX1100 Gallery & Sigma DP2x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1100 over the Sigma DP2x
NX1100 | DP2x | |||
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Released | April 2013 | February 2011 | More recent by 27 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Samsung NX1100
DP2x | NX1100 |
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Common features in the Samsung NX1100 and Sigma DP2x
NX1100 | DP2x | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither has Touch display |
Samsung NX1100 vs Sigma DP2x Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Samsung NX1100 has external dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2x has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
See the Samsung NX1100 vs Sigma DP2x in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the NX1100 against the DP2x.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the NX1100 and DP2x is 90 and 86 respectively.
Samsung NX1100 vs Sigma DP2x Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements purely by going over technical specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the NX1100 and DP2x.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Samsung NX1100 to deliver greater detail having an extra 15 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images more aggressively. The newer NX1100 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.
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Samsung NX1100 vs Sigma DP2x Specifications
Samsung NX1100 | Sigma DP2x | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sigma |
Model type | Samsung NX1100 | Sigma DP2x |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-04-11 | 2011-02-08 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | True II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 2640 x 1760 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 15 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 41mm (1x) |
Number of lenses | 32 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.5" |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 15 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 4.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 320 x 240 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 320x240 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 222 gr (0.49 lb) | 280 gr (0.62 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 73 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 852 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 320 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | BC1030 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/MMC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $600 | $699 |