Olympus 8000 vs Samsung GX-20

Its time to take a closer look at the Olympus 8000 vs Samsung GX-20, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the 8000 (12MP) and the GX-20 (15MP) is relatively similar but the 8000 (1/2.3") and GX-20 (APS-C) come with different sensor size.

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The 8000 was revealed 18 months after the GX-20 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus 8000 being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the 8000 grades versus the GX-20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 & Samsung GX-20. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus 8000 Gallery & Samsung GX-20 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus 8000 features exterior measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Samsung GX-20 has specifications of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the 8000 against the GX-20.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the 8000 and GX-20 is 94 and 58 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes just by reading technical specs. The image underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 8000 and GX-20.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 8000 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Samsung GX-20 will deliver greater detail because of its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The newer 8000 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.