Samsung NX2000 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

Below, we are matching up the Samsung NX2000 and Sigma DP2 Quattro, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the NX2000 (20MP) and the DP2 Quattro (20MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

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The NX2000 was introduced 2 months prior to the DP2 Quattro which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a quick summation of how the NX2000 grades versus the DP2 Quattro with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX2000 & Sigma DP2 Quattro. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung NX2000 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX2000 has physical measurements of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Sigma DP2 Quattro has dimensions of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") having a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the NX2000 compared to the DP2 Quattro.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the NX2000 and DP2 Quattro is 89 and 70 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements purely by going through technical specs. The visual below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the NX2000 and DP2 Quattro.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of images but you should always take the launch date of the cameras into account.