Samsung NX300 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro
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Samsung NX300 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 331g - 122 x 64 x 41mm
- Released November 2013
- Earlier Model is Samsung NX210
- Successor is Samsung NX500
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- No Video
- 45mm (F2.8) lens
- 395g - 161 x 67 x 82mm
- Announced February 2014
Samsung NX300 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Overview
Here, we are comparing the Samsung NX300 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sigma. The image resolution of the NX300 (20MP) and the DP2 Quattro (20MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe NX300 was manufactured 2 months prior to the DP2 Quattro so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the NX300 grades vs the DP2 Quattro with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung NX300 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX300 & Sigma DP2 Quattro. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung NX300 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX300 over the Sigma DP2 Quattro
NX300 | DP2 Quattro | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display size | 3.3" | 3" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 Quattro over the Samsung NX300
DP2 Quattro | NX300 | |||
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Display resolution | 920k | 768k | Clearer display (+152k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung NX300 and Sigma DP2 Quattro
NX300 | DP2 Quattro | |||
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Announced | November 2013 | February 2014 | Similar age | |
Focus manually | More accurate focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Samsung NX300 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and size. The Samsung NX300 features outside measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Sigma DP2 Quattro has specifications of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") with a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).
Compare the Samsung NX300 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the NX300 and the DP2 Quattro.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX300 and DP2 Quattro is 86 and 70 respectively.
Samsung NX300 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading specs. The visual below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the NX300 and DP2 Quattro.
All in all, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP so you can expect similar quality of images however you will need to consider the launch date of the products into consideration.
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Samsung NX300 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Specifications
Samsung NX300 | Sigma DP2 Quattro | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sigma |
Model type | Samsung NX300 | Sigma DP2 Quattro |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-11-24 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DRIMe IV | TRUE III engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5424 x 3616 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 247 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 45mm (1x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/2.8 |
Available lenses | 32 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 768 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | Active Matrix OLED screen | TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/6000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 331 gr (0.73 pounds) | 395 gr (0.87 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 161 x 67 x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 76 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 942 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | BP1130 | BP-51 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $750 | $931 |