Samsung NX30 vs Sigma fp

Below is a extensive assessment of the Samsung NX30 versus Sigma fp, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by rivals Samsung and Sigma. The image resolution of the NX30 (20MP) and the fp (25MP) is relatively comparable but the NX30 (APS-C) and fp (Full frame) provide different sensor dimensions.

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The NX30 was brought out 6 years before the fp and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the NX30 matches up vs the fp when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX30 & Sigma fp. The entire galleries are available at Samsung NX30 Gallery & Sigma fp Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX30 enjoys physical dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") with a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs) while the Sigma fp has proportions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the NX30 and the fp.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the NX30 and fp is 75 and 84 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements only by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX30 and fp.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The NX30 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Sigma fp will produce greater detail having its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older NX30 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.