Canon 20Da vs Samsung GX-1S

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Canon 20Da versus Samsung GX-1S, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the 20Da (8MP) and GX-1S (6MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The 20Da was unveiled 7 months prior to the GX-1S so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the 20Da scores versus the GX-1S with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 20Da & Samsung GX-1S. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 20Da Gallery & Samsung GX-1S Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon 20Da comes with external dimensions of 144mm x 106mm x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") along with a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-1S has measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the 20Da and the GX-1S.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 20Da and GX-1S is 59 and 68 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading through specs. The graphic here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 20Da and GX-1S.

All in all, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Canon 20Da to resolve more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively. The older 20Da is going to be behind in sensor innovation.