Samsung NX30 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

Below is a thorough comparison of the Samsung NX30 versus Sigma DP2 Quattro, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sigma. The image resolution of the NX30 (20MP) and the DP2 Quattro (20MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The NX30 was unveiled at a similar time to the DP2 Quattro and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the NX30 scores vs the DP2 Quattro in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX30 and Sigma DP2 Quattro. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung NX30 Gallery and Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX30 has outside dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") and a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs) and the Sigma DP2 Quattro has dimensions of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") and a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

Compare the Samsung NX30 versus Sigma DP2 Quattro in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the NX30 versus the DP2 Quattro.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the NX30 and DP2 Quattro is 75 and 70 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements purely by checking out specs. The graphic below will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the NX30 and DP2 Quattro.

All in all, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP and you should expect comparable quality of photos although you have to consider the production date of the cameras into account.