Samsung NX3000 vs Sigma DP1

Here is a extensive analysis of the Samsung NX3000 versus Sigma DP1, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sigma. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the NX3000 (20MP) and DP1 (5MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

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The NX3000 was introduced 6 years later than the DP1 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the NX3000 matches up vs the DP1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX3000 & Sigma DP1. The whole galleries are available at Samsung NX3000 Gallery & Sigma DP1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung NX3000 has got exterior measurements of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Sigma DP1 has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") having a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the NX3000 compared to the DP1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the NX3000 and DP1 is 89 and 87 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specifications. The photograph below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the NX3000 and DP1.

Plainly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can expect the Samsung NX3000 to offer you more detail using its extra 15MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more modern NX3000 should have an edge in sensor tech.