Samsung NX3000 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

Here, we will be matching up the Samsung NX3000 versus Sigma DP2 Quattro, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Samsung and Sigma. The resolution of the NX3000 (20MP) and the DP2 Quattro (20MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The NX3000 was introduced 4 months after the DP2 Quattro so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short view of how the NX3000 matches up versus the DP2 Quattro when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX3000 and Sigma DP2 Quattro. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX3000 Gallery and Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung NX3000 has got physical dimensions of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 Quattro has sizing of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") having a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

Examine the Samsung NX3000 versus Sigma DP2 Quattro in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the NX3000 and the DP2 Quattro.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the NX3000 and DP2 Quattro is 89 and 70 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions merely by researching specs. The pic here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the NX3000 and DP2 Quattro.

All in all, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP so you should expect comparable quality of images but you might want to factor the production date of the cameras into account.