Samsung NX210 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro
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Samsung NX210 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 117 x 63 x 37mm
- Revealed August 2012
- Superseded the Samsung NX200
- Renewed by Samsung NX300
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- No Video
- 45mm (F2.8) lens
- 395g - 161 x 67 x 82mm
- Announced February 2014
Samsung NX210 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Overview
Here is a extensive review of the Samsung NX210 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. The image resolution of the NX210 (20MP) and the DP2 Quattro (20MP) is very similar and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe NX210 was revealed 18 months prior to the DP2 Quattro making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a concise summary of how the NX210 matches up versus the DP2 Quattro in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung NX210 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX210 and Sigma DP2 Quattro. The full galleries are available at Samsung NX210 Gallery and Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX210 over the Sigma DP2 Quattro
NX210 | DP2 Quattro |
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Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 Quattro over the Samsung NX210
DP2 Quattro | NX210 | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | August 2012 | Fresher by 18 months | |
Display resolution | 920k | 614k | Crisper display (+306k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung NX210 and Sigma DP2 Quattro
NX210 | DP2 Quattro | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Missing Touch friendly display |
Samsung NX210 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung NX210 comes with external dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Sigma DP2 Quattro has sizing of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") having a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).
See the Samsung NX210 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the NX210 and the DP2 Quattro.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the NX210 and DP2 Quattro is 90 and 70 respectively.
Samsung NX210 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the NX210 and DP2 Quattro.
As you can see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of images although you will need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older NX210 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Samsung NX210 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Specifications
Samsung NX210 | Sigma DP2 Quattro | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sigma |
Model | Samsung NX210 | Sigma DP2 Quattro |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-08-14 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TRUE III engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5424 x 3616 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 15 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 45mm (1x) |
Max aperture | - | f/2.8 |
Total lenses | 32 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 614k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | Active Matrix OLED screen | TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file 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 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 222g (0.49 pounds) | 395g (0.87 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 63 x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 161 x 67 x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 71 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 719 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 shots | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BC1030 | BP-51 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $625 | $931 |