Samsung NX200 vs Sigma SD15

Here, we will be reviewing the Samsung NX200 versus Sigma SD15, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Samsung and Sigma. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the NX200 (20MP) and SD15 (5MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The NX200 was introduced 2 years after the SD15 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma SD15 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the NX200 grades against the SD15 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX200 & Sigma SD15. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX200 Gallery & Sigma SD15 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX200 has physical dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Sigma SD15 has measurements of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the NX200 vs the SD15.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the NX200 and SD15 is 90 and 59 respectively.

Often, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by going over a spec sheet. The picture here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the NX200 and SD15.

As you can see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Samsung NX200 to deliver more detail using its extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher NX200 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.