Samsung NX200 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

Following is a detailed assessment of the Samsung NX200 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Samsung and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the NX200 (20MP) and the DP2 Quattro (20MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The NX200 was launched 23 months earlier than the DP2 Quattro which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the NX200 scores vs the DP2 Quattro in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX200 and Sigma DP2 Quattro. The complete galleries are available at Samsung NX200 Gallery and Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX200 comes with outer dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 Quattro has dimensions of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") along with a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX200 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the NX200 compared to the DP2 Quattro.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the NX200 and DP2 Quattro is 90 and 70 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The picture below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the NX200 and DP2 Quattro.

As you can tell, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of images though you might want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged NX200 will be behind in sensor tech.