Samsung NX20 vs Sigma SD15

Here is a in-depth review of the Samsung NX20 versus Sigma SD15, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by companies Samsung and Sigma. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the NX20 (20MP) and SD15 (5MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The NX20 was released 2 years later than the SD15 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma SD15 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the NX20 grades vs the SD15 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX20 & Sigma SD15. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung NX20 Gallery & Sigma SD15 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Samsung NX20 has got physical dimensions of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Sigma SD15 has specifications of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") having a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Examine the Samsung NX20 versus Sigma SD15 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the NX20 compared to the SD15.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the NX20 and SD15 is 83 and 59 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over technical specs. The photograph here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX20 and SD15.

As you have seen, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Samsung NX20 to deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 15MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The fresher NX20 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.