Samsung NX500 vs Sigma DP1s

Here, we will be matching up the Samsung NX500 versus Sigma DP1s, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the NX500 (28MP) and DP1s (5MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The NX500 was brought out 5 years later than the DP1s and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP1s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the NX500 matches up against the DP1s with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX500 & Sigma DP1s. The entire galleries are available at Samsung NX500 Gallery & Sigma DP1s Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung NX500 offers physical measurements of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1s has sizing of 109mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX500 versus Sigma DP1s in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the NX500 compared to the DP1s.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX500 and DP1s is 87 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The visual underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX500 and DP1s.

As you can tell, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Samsung NX500 to provide greater detail having its extra 23 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger NX500 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.