Samsung NX20 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

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).

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.