Samsung GX-10 vs Sony A99 II

In this article, we will be looking at the Samsung GX-10 versus Sony A99 II, both Advanced DSLR cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the GX-10 (10MP) and A99 II (42MP) and the GX-10 (APS-C) and A99 II (Full frame) come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The GX-10 was brought out 11 years prior to the A99 II and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the GX-10 matches up versus the A99 II when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung GX-10 & Sony Alpha A99 II. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-10 Gallery & Sony A99 II Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung GX-10 provides physical measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs) and the Sony A99 II has specifications of 143mm x 104mm x 76mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 849 grams (1.87 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the GX-10 versus the A99 II.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GX-10 and A99 II is 59 and 57 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing specs. The visual underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the GX-10 and A99 II.

All in all, both the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GX-10 due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Sony A99 II will provide extra detail having its extra 32MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older GX-10 will be behind in sensor technology.