Samsung NX210 vs Sigma DP2s
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62 Features
57 Overall
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Samsung NX210 vs Sigma DP2s 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
- Launched August 2012
- Replaced the Samsung NX200
- Later Model is Samsung NX300
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Old Model is Sigma DP2
- Replacement is Sigma DP2x
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In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Samsung NX210 versus Sigma DP2s, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sigma. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the NX210 (20MP) and DP2s (5MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (APS-C).
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe NX210 was released 2 years after the DP2s which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the NX210 matches up against the DP2s in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX210 over the Sigma DP2s
| NX210 | DP2s | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | August 2012 |  | February 2010 | More modern by 31 months |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
| Screen resolution | 614k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+384k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2s over the Samsung NX210
| DP2s | NX210 |
|---|
Common features in the Samsung NX210 and Sigma DP2s
| NX210 | DP2s | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More precise focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lacking Touch screen |
Samsung NX210 vs Sigma DP2s Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX210 comes with exterior dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2s has dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the NX210 compared to the DP2s.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the NX210 and DP2s is 90 and 86 respectively.
Samsung NX210 vs Sigma DP2s Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes only by checking technical specs. The pic underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX210 and DP2s.
As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Samsung NX210 to give you more detail as a result of its extra 15MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more modern NX210 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.
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Samsung NX210 vs Sigma DP2s Specifications
| Samsung NX210 | Sigma DP2s | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Samsung | Sigma |
| Model | Samsung NX210 | Sigma DP2s |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2012-08-14 | 2010-02-20 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | True II |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
| Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 285.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 2640 x 1760 |
| Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 50 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 15 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | - | 41mm (1x) |
| Total lenses | 32 | - |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.7 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3" | 2.5" |
| Resolution of display | 614k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display tech | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 8.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | 4.30 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Highest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| 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) | 320 x 240 |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 320x240 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 | 222 gr (0.49 lbs) | 280 gr (0.62 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 117 x 63 x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 | - |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | BC1030 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/MMC card |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at launch | $625 | $940 |