Samsung GX-10 vs Sony A330

Following is a in-depth comparison of the Samsung GX-10 vs Sony A330, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the GX-10 (10MP) and the A330 (10MP) is fairly close and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The GX-10 was announced 3 years before the A330 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A330 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short introduction of how the GX-10 grades vs the A330 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung GX-10 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A330. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung GX-10 Gallery and Sony A330 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung GX-10 provides external dimensions 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 A330 has dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 529 grams (1.17 lbs).

Look at the Samsung GX-10 vs Sony A330 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the GX-10 compared to the A330.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the GX-10 and A330 is 59 and 67 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes merely by looking through specifications. The image underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX-10 and A330.

To sum up, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photos but you need to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged GX-10 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.