Samsung NX20 vs Sigma fp
83 Imaging
62 Features
73 Overall
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84 Imaging
76 Features
79 Overall
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Samsung NX20 vs Sigma fp 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
- Introduced April 2012
- Succeeded the Samsung NX11
- New Model is Samsung NX30
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Raise to 102400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 422g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Announced July 2019
- Newer Model is Sigma fp L
Samsung NX20 vs Sigma fp Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Samsung NX20 versus Sigma fp, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Samsung and Sigma. The image resolution of the NX20 (20MP) and the fp (25MP) is pretty well matched but the NX20 (APS-C) and fp (Full frame) possess different sensor measurements.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe NX20 was launched 8 years prior to the fp which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the NX20 scores versus the fp in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung NX20 vs Sigma fp Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX20 and Sigma fp. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX20 Gallery and Sigma fp Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX20 over the Sigma fp
NX20 | fp | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Sigma fp over the Samsung NX20
fp | NX20 | |||
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Announced | July 2019 | April 2012 | Newer by 87 months | |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 614k | Clearer screen (+1486k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung NX20 and Sigma fp
NX20 | fp | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focusing |
Samsung NX20 vs Sigma fp Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung NX20 has outer dimensions of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) whilst the Sigma fp has sizing of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") and a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).
Check the Samsung NX20 versus Sigma fp in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the NX20 against the fp.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX20 and fp is 83 and 84 respectively.
Samsung NX20 vs Sigma fp Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking technical specs. The picture underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX20 and fp.
As you can tell, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The NX20 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the Sigma fp will give you extra detail utilizing its extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged NX20 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
Samsung NX20 vs Sigma fp Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung NX20 vs Sigma fp Specifications
Samsung NX20 | Sigma fp | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sigma |
Model | Samsung NX20 | Sigma fp |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2012-04-20 | 2019-07-11 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 35.9 x 23.9mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 858.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 25 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 102400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 6 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 15 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Samsung NX | Leica L |
Total lenses | 32 | 30 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3.2 inches |
Screen resolution | 614 thousand dots | 2,100 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0 frames per sec | 12.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 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 | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | No |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 341 gr (0.75 lbs) | 422 gr (0.93 lbs) |
Dimensions | 122 x 90 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 75 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.9 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 785 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BP1130 | BP-51 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 wec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $1,100 | $2,050 |