Samsung NX500 vs Sigma DP2x
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80 Overall
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Samsung NX500 vs Sigma DP2x Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 28MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Boost to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 287g - 120 x 64 x 43mm
- Launched February 2015
- Older Model is Samsung NX300
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Introduced February 2011
- Previous Model is Sigma DP2s
Samsung NX500 vs Sigma DP2x Overview
Lets look a bit more in depth at the Samsung NX500 vs Sigma DP2x, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sigma. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the NX500 (28MP) and DP2x (5MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (APS-C).
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe NX500 was manufactured 4 years after the DP2x which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the NX500 matches up vs the DP2x when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung NX500 vs Sigma DP2x Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX500 and Sigma DP2x. The entire galleries are available at Samsung NX500 Gallery and Sigma DP2x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX500 over the Sigma DP2x
NX500 | DP2x | |||
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Introduced | February 2015 | February 2011 | Newer by 49 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 1036k | 230k | Crisper screen (+806k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Samsung NX500
DP2x | NX500 |
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Common features in the Samsung NX500 and Sigma DP2x
NX500 | DP2x | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Samsung NX500 vs Sigma DP2x Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung NX500 enjoys external measurements of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs) and the Sigma DP2x has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
See the Samsung NX500 vs Sigma DP2x in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the NX500 and the DP2x.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX500 and DP2x is 87 and 86 respectively.
Samsung NX500 vs Sigma DP2x Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions just by viewing a spec sheet. The image here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the NX500 and DP2x.
As you can see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Samsung NX500 to render more detail due to its extra 23 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The newer NX500 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Samsung NX500 vs Sigma DP2x Specifications
Samsung NX500 | Sigma DP2x | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sigma |
Model type | Samsung NX500 | Sigma DP2x |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2015-02-06 | 2011-02-08 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DRIMe 5 | True II |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 28 megapixel | 5 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6480 x 4320 | 2640 x 1760 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 209 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 41mm (1x) |
Number of lenses | 32 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,036k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 15 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/6000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 9.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 4.30 m |
Flash options | Smart flash, auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill flash, fill w/redeye reduction, 1st-curtain, 2nd-curtain, off | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 4096 x 2160 (24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480 | 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 320x240 |
Video file format | H.265 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 287 grams (0.63 lb) | 280 grams (0.62 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 64 x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 87 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.9 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1379 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | BP1130 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 - 30 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/MMC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $800 | $699 |