Samsung NX1100 vs Sigma DP2x

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).

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The 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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.