Samsung NX200 vs Sigma DP2x

On this page, we will be evaluating the Samsung NX200 vs Sigma DP2x, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sigma. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the NX200 (20MP) and DP2x (5MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The NX200 was released 13 months after the DP2x which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the NX200 scores versus the DP2x in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX200 and Sigma DP2x. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung NX200 Gallery and Sigma DP2x Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX200 has got outside measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2x has dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Check the Samsung NX200 vs Sigma DP2x in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the NX200 and the DP2x.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the NX200 and DP2x is 90 and 86 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes just by looking through specs. The picture underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the NX200 and DP2x.

All in all, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Samsung NX200 to result in extra detail as a result of its extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The newer NX200 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.