Samsung NX20 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro
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Samsung NX20 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 341g - 122 x 90 x 40mm
- Revealed April 2012
- Replaced the Samsung NX11
- New Model is Samsung NX30
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- No Video
- 45mm (F2.8) lens
- 395g - 161 x 67 x 82mm
- Announced February 2014
Samsung NX20 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Overview
The following is a in depth review of the Samsung NX20 versus Sigma DP2 Quattro, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. The resolution of the NX20 (20MP) and the DP2 Quattro (20MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the same sensor size (APS-C).
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe NX20 was released 22 months earlier than the DP2 Quattro making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the NX20 scores versus the DP2 Quattro in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung NX20 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX20 and Sigma DP2 Quattro. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX20 Gallery and Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX20 over the Sigma DP2 Quattro
NX20 | DP2 Quattro | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 Quattro over the Samsung NX20
DP2 Quattro | NX20 | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | April 2012 | Newer by 22 months | |
Display resolution | 920k | 614k | Sharper display (+306k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung NX20 and Sigma DP2 Quattro
NX20 | DP2 Quattro | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display size | |
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Samsung NX20 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX20 features physical dimensions of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 Quattro has measurements of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") and a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).
Compare the Samsung NX20 versus Sigma DP2 Quattro in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the NX20 compared to the DP2 Quattro.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the NX20 and DP2 Quattro is 83 and 70 respectively.
Samsung NX20 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading specifications. The picture underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the NX20 and DP2 Quattro.
Plainly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs though you might want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged NX20 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
Samsung NX20 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
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Samsung NX20 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Specifications
Samsung NX20 | Sigma DP2 Quattro | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sigma |
Model type | Samsung NX20 | Sigma DP2 Quattro |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-04-20 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TRUE III engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5424 x 3616 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 15 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 45mm (1x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.8 |
Total lenses | 32 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 614k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | Active Matrix OLED screen | TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 11.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 341g (0.75 pounds) | 395g (0.87 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 90 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") | 161 x 67 x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 75 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.9 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 785 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 photographs | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | BP1130 | BP-51 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $1,100 | $931 |