Samsung GX-10 vs Sony A200
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Samsung GX-10 vs Sony A200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 793g - 142 x 101 x 70mm
- Revealed September 2006
- Replacement is Samsung GX-20
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 572g - 131 x 99 x 71mm
- Launched July 2008
- Refreshed by Sony A230
Samsung GX-10 vs Sony A200 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Samsung GX-10 versus Sony A200, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the GX-10 (10MP) and the A200 (10MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (APS-C).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe GX-10 was introduced 22 months before the A200 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A200 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the GX-10 matches up against the A200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung GX-10 vs Sony A200 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-10 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A200. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung GX-10 Gallery and Sony A200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-10 over the Sony A200
GX-10 | A200 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A200 over the Samsung GX-10
A200 | GX-10 | |||
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Launched | July 2008 | September 2006 | More modern by 22 months | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 210k | Sharper screen (+20k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung GX-10 and Sony A200
GX-10 | A200 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Samsung GX-10 vs Sony A200 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung GX-10 features outside measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs) while the Sony A200 has proportions of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 572 grams (1.26 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung GX-10 versus Sony A200 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the GX-10 vs the A200.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the GX-10 and A200 is 59 and 66 respectively.
Samsung GX-10 vs Sony A200 Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes only by checking technical specs. The picture underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the GX-10 and A200.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of files but you might want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged GX-10 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Samsung GX-10 vs Sony A200 Specifications
Samsung GX-10 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung GX-10 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2006-09-21 | 2008-07-17 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | - |
Max resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 3872 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Pentax KAF2 | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Number of lenses | 151 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 210k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | 0.55x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Max video resolution | None | None |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 | 793g (1.75 lb) | 572g (1.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 131 x 99 x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 63 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 521 |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/MMC/SDHC card | Compact Flash |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $850 | $100 |