Samsung NX2000 vs Sigma SD9
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Samsung NX2000 vs Sigma SD9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 228g - 119 x 65 x 36mm
- Revealed November 2013
- Succeeded the Samsung NX1100
- New Model is Samsung NX3000
(Full Review)
- 3MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 400
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 950g - 152 x 120 x 79mm
- Revealed November 2002
- Newer Model is Sigma SD10
Samsung NX2000 vs Sigma SD9 Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Samsung NX2000 vs Sigma SD9, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Samsung and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the NX2000 (20MP) and SD9 (3MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (APS-C).
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe NX2000 was manufactured 11 years later than the SD9 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma SD9 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the NX2000 scores versus the SD9 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung NX2000 vs Sigma SD9 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX2000 and Sigma SD9. The entire galleries are available at Samsung NX2000 Gallery and Sigma SD9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX2000 over the Sigma SD9
NX2000 | SD9 | |||
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Revealed | November 2013 | November 2002 | Fresher by 135 months | |
Display dimensions | 3.7" | 1.8" | Larger display (+1.9") | |
Display resolution | 1152k | 130k | Crisper display (+1022k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD9 over the Samsung NX2000
SD9 | NX2000 |
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Common features in the Samsung NX2000 and Sigma SD9
NX2000 | SD9 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Samsung NX2000 vs Sigma SD9 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung NX2000 enjoys exterior dimensions 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 SD9 has sizing of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") and a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung NX2000 vs Sigma SD9 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the NX2000 vs the SD9.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX2000 and SD9 is 89 and 54 respectively.
Samsung NX2000 vs Sigma SD9 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX2000 and SD9.
All in all, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Samsung NX2000 to give more detail due to its extra 17 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more recent NX2000 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
Samsung NX2000 vs Sigma SD9 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung NX2000 vs Sigma SD9 Specifications
Samsung NX2000 | Sigma SD9 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sigma |
Model type | Samsung NX2000 | Sigma SD9 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2013-11-30 | 2002-11-26 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 20 megapixel | 3 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 2268 x 1512 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 21 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Samsung NX | Sigma SA |
Amount of lenses | 32 | 76 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.7 inches | 1.8 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,152k dots | 130k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 98 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.77x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | no built-in flash | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 228 grams (0.50 lb) | 950 grams (2.09 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 119 x 65 x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 152 x 120 x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 75 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 908 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 images | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | BP1130 | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC/ MicroSDXC | Compact Flash Type I or II |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $599 | $3,001 |