Samsung NX2000 vs Sigma SD14

Here is a thorough analysis of the Samsung NX2000 and Sigma SD14, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Samsung and Sigma. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the NX2000 (20MP) and SD14 (5MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The NX2000 was brought out 7 years later than the SD14 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma SD14 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the NX2000 grades versus the SD14 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX2000 and Sigma SD14. The entire galleries are available at Samsung NX2000 Gallery and Sigma SD14 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX2000 features outer measurements of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Sigma SD14 has proportions of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung NX2000 and Sigma SD14 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the NX2000 against the SD14.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the NX2000 and SD14 is 89 and 59 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing merely by looking through specifications. The visual here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the NX2000 and SD14.

To sum up, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Samsung NX2000 to result in extra detail having its extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more recent NX2000 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.