Samsung NX200 vs Sigma DP2x
90 Imaging
61 Features
57 Overall
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86 Imaging
45 Features
31 Overall
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Samsung NX200 vs Sigma DP2x Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 223g - 117 x 63 x 36mm
- Introduced February 2012
- Replaced the Samsung NX100
- Successor is Samsung NX210
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Introduced February 2011
- Old Model is Sigma DP2s
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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).
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 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.
Photography Glossary Samsung NX200 vs Sigma DP2x Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX200 over the Sigma DP2x
| NX200 | DP2x | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | February 2012 |  | February 2011 | More modern by 13 months |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
| Screen resolution | 614k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+384k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Samsung NX200
| DP2x | NX200 |
|---|
Common features in the Samsung NX200 and Sigma DP2x
| NX200 | DP2x | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More accurate focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Samsung NX200 vs Sigma DP2x Physical Comparison
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.
Samsung NX200 vs Sigma DP2x Sensor Comparison
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.
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Samsung NX200 vs Sigma DP2x Specifications
| Samsung NX200 | Sigma DP2x | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Samsung | Sigma |
| Model | Samsung NX200 | Sigma DP2x |
| Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2012-02-28 | 2011-02-08 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | True II |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
| Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 285.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20MP | 5MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 2640 x 1760 |
| Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| 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 AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 15 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | - | 41mm (1x) |
| Total lenses | 32 | - |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.7 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 614k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen technology | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 15s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 7.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | 4.30 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash sync | 1/180s | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 320 x 240 |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 320x240 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 223g (0.49 lbs) | 280g (0.62 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 117 x 63 x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | 69 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | 22.6 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 12.6 | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | 618 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 330 pictures | - |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | BC1030 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/MMC |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Price at launch | $818 | $699 |