Samsung NX3000 vs Sigma DP2s

Here, we are evaluating the Samsung NX3000 and Sigma DP2s, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Samsung and Sigma. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the NX3000 (20MP) and DP2s (5MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The NX3000 was introduced 4 years later than the DP2s and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the NX3000 matches up vs the DP2s in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX3000 & Sigma DP2s. The whole galleries are available at Samsung NX3000 Gallery & Sigma DP2s Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX3000 has got exterior measurements of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Sigma DP2s has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Examine the Samsung NX3000 and Sigma DP2s in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the NX3000 against the DP2s.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the NX3000 and DP2s is 89 and 86 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the NX3000 and DP2s.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Samsung NX3000 to deliver extra detail using its extra 15 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher NX3000 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.