Samsung NX1100 vs Sigma SD9

In this article, we will be matching up the Samsung NX1100 vs Sigma SD9, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Samsung and Sigma. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the NX1100 (20MP) and SD9 (3MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The NX1100 was brought out 10 years after the SD9 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma SD9 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the NX1100 matches up versus the SD9 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX1100 and Sigma SD9. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung NX1100 Gallery and Sigma SD9 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX1100 provides outside measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Sigma SD9 has proportions of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

Compare the Samsung NX1100 vs Sigma SD9 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the NX1100 versus the SD9.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX1100 and SD9 is 90 and 54 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching a spec sheet. The pic here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the NX1100 and SD9.

As you can see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Samsung NX1100 to provide you with greater detail having its extra 17MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more recent NX1100 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.