Samsung NX5 vs Sigma fp
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Samsung NX5 vs Sigma fp Key Specs
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- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 499g - 123 x 87 x 40mm
- Launched June 2010
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 102400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 422g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Revealed July 2019
- Successor is Sigma fp L
Samsung NX5 vs Sigma fp Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Samsung NX5 versus Sigma fp, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sigma. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the NX5 (15MP) and fp (25MP) and the NX5 (APS-C) and fp (Full frame) offer different sensor sizes.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe NX5 was unveiled 10 years earlier than the fp which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the NX5 scores against the fp for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung NX5 vs Sigma fp Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX5 & Sigma fp. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung NX5 Gallery & Sigma fp Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX5 over the Sigma fp
NX5 | fp |
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Reasons to pick Sigma fp over the Samsung NX5
fp | NX5 | |||
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Revealed | July 2019 | June 2010 | Newer by 110 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 230k | Sharper screen (+1870k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung NX5 and Sigma fp
NX5 | fp | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Samsung NX5 vs Sigma fp Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung NX5 has outer dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Sigma fp has sizing of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).
See the Samsung NX5 versus Sigma fp in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the NX5 vs the fp.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX5 and fp is 80 and 84 respectively.
Samsung NX5 vs Sigma fp Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by looking at technical specs. The picture below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the NX5 and fp.
As you have seen, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The NX5 using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Sigma fp will give you extra detail having an extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged NX5 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Samsung NX5 vs Sigma fp Specifications
Samsung NX5 | Sigma fp | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sigma |
Model type | Samsung NX5 | Sigma fp |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2010-06-01 | 2019-07-11 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DRIM Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 35.9 x 23.9mm |
Sensor surface area | 365.0mm² | 858.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15 megapixel | 25 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 6 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 15 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Samsung NX | Leica L |
Total lenses | 32 | 30 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3.2" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 2,100k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 12.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 11.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | No |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 499 gr (1.10 pounds) | 422 gr (0.93 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 shots | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | BP1130 | BP-51 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 wec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $499 | $2,050 |