Samsung NX300 vs Sigma DP1s

Let's look a bit more closely at the Samsung NX300 and Sigma DP1s, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the NX300 (20MP) and DP1s (5MP) but they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The NX300 was unveiled 4 years later than the DP1s and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP1s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the NX300 matches up versus the DP1s when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX300 & Sigma DP1s. The full galleries are available at Samsung NX300 Gallery & Sigma DP1s Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung NX300 comes with exterior dimensions of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Sigma DP1s has sizing of 109mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

Examine the Samsung NX300 and Sigma DP1s in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the NX300 vs the DP1s.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX300 and DP1s is 86 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to see the gap between sensor sizing just by checking specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX300 and DP1s.

All in all, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Samsung NX300 to give you more detail having an extra 15MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The newer NX300 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.