Samsung NX300 vs Sigma Quattro
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Samsung NX300 vs Sigma Quattro Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 331g - 122 x 64 x 41mm
- Launched November 2013
- Succeeded the Samsung NX210
- Successor is Samsung NX500
(Full Review)
- 29MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sigma SA Mount
- 625g - 147 x 95 x 91mm
- Released February 2016
Samsung NX300 vs Sigma Quattro Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Samsung NX300 vs Sigma Quattro, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Samsung and Sigma. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the NX300 (20MP) and Quattro (29MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe NX300 was launched 3 years prior to the Quattro which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting into a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the NX300 scores against the Quattro in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung NX300 vs Sigma Quattro Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX300 and Sigma sd Quattro. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX300 Gallery and Sigma Quattro Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX300 over the Sigma Quattro
NX300 | 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 Quattro over the Samsung NX300
Quattro | NX300 | |||
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Released | February 2016 | November 2013 | More modern by 27 months | |
Display resolution | 1620k | 768k | Crisper display (+852k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung NX300 and Sigma Quattro
NX300 | Quattro | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Samsung NX300 vs Sigma Quattro Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung NX300 has physical measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Sigma Quattro has sizing of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") having a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung NX300 vs Sigma Quattro in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the NX300 versus the Quattro.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX300 and Quattro is 86 and 63 respectively.
Samsung NX300 vs Sigma Quattro Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing specs. The image below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX300 and Quattro.
All in all, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sigma Quattro to deliver more detail utilizing its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged NX300 is going to be behind in sensor technology.
Samsung NX300 vs Sigma Quattro Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung NX300 vs Sigma Quattro Specifications
Samsung NX300 | Sigma sd Quattro | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sigma |
Model | Samsung NX300 | Sigma sd Quattro |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2013-11-24 | 2016-02-23 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DRIMe IV | Dual TRUE III |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 29 megapixel |
Anti aliasing 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 pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 247 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Samsung NX | Sigma SA |
Total lenses | 32 | 76 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 768k dots | 1,620k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/6000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0 frames/s | 3.8 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 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 |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | - |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 331 grams (0.73 pounds) | 625 grams (1.38 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 147 x 95 x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 76 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 942 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photographs | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BP1130 | BP-61 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $750 | $738 |