Samsung NX500 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

The following is a detailed review of the Samsung NX500 versus Sigma DP2 Quattro, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sigma. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the NX500 (28MP) and DP2 Quattro (20MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The NX500 was brought out 12 months after the DP2 Quattro so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the NX500 scores against the DP2 Quattro in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX500 & Sigma DP2 Quattro. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung NX500 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung NX500 provides outer dimensions of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 Quattro has sizing of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") along with a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the NX500 against the DP2 Quattro.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX500 and DP2 Quattro is 87 and 70 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions merely by researching specifications. The image underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the NX500 and DP2 Quattro.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Samsung NX500 to provide you with more detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent NX500 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.