Samsung NX30 vs Sigma DP1s

Here is a comprehensive overview of the Samsung NX30 vs Sigma DP1s, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sigma. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the NX30 (20MP) and DP1s (5MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The NX30 was released 4 years later than the DP1s and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP1s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the NX30 matches up versus the DP1s in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX30 and Sigma DP1s. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung NX30 Gallery and Sigma DP1s Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX30 provides physical dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1s has proportions of 109mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the NX30 against the DP1s.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the NX30 and DP1s is 75 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing just by going through specifications. The visual underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX30 and DP1s.

Plainly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Samsung NX30 to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger NX30 provides an advantage in sensor technology.