Samsung NX300 vs Sigma SD14

On this page, we will be analyzing the Samsung NX300 versus Sigma SD14, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by companies Samsung and Sigma. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the NX300 (20MP) and SD14 (5MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The NX300 was announced 7 years later than the SD14 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma SD14 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the NX300 scores versus the SD14 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX300 and Sigma SD14. The whole galleries are available at Samsung NX300 Gallery and Sigma SD14 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX300 has got external measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Sigma SD14 has measurements of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX300 versus Sigma SD14 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the NX300 vs the SD14.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the NX300 and SD14 is 86 and 59 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements only by viewing specs. The photograph below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the NX300 and SD14.

All in all, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Samsung NX300 to render greater detail with its extra 15MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The younger NX300 will have an edge in sensor tech.