Samsung NX2000 vs Sigma DP1x

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Samsung NX2000 versus Sigma DP1x, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sigma. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the NX2000 (20MP) and DP1x (5MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The NX2000 was introduced 3 years after the DP1x which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the NX2000 grades vs the DP1x for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX2000 & Sigma DP1x. The whole galleries are available at Samsung NX2000 Gallery & Sigma DP1x Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX2000 has got physical dimensions of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Sigma DP1x has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the NX2000 versus the DP1x.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX2000 and DP1x is 89 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching technical specs. The pic underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX2000 and DP1x.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Samsung NX2000 to render extra detail using its extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent NX2000 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.