Samsung GX-10 vs Sony A390
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Samsung GX-10 vs Sony A390 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
- Introduced September 2006
- Successor is Samsung GX-20
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 549g - 128 x 97 x 86mm
- Announced July 2010
- Superseded the Sony A380
Samsung GX-10 vs Sony A390 Overview
The following is a extensive overview of the Samsung GX-10 vs Sony A390, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the GX-10 (10MP) and A390 (14MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe GX-10 was manufactured 4 years before the A390 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A390 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the GX-10 matches up against the A390 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung GX-10 vs Sony A390 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-10 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A390. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung GX-10 Gallery and Sony A390 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-10 over the Sony A390
GX-10 | A390 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A390 over the Samsung GX-10
A390 | GX-10 | |||
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Announced | July 2010 | September 2006 | Newer by 46 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 210k | Crisper screen (+20k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung GX-10 and Sony A390
GX-10 | A390 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Samsung GX-10 vs Sony A390 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung GX-10 has got outside measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs) while the Sony A390 has sizing of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") having a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung GX-10 vs Sony A390 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the GX-10 compared to the A390.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GX-10 and A390 is 59 and 66 respectively.
Samsung GX-10 vs Sony A390 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The picture underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the GX-10 and A390.
As you can see, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony A390 to produce greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged GX-10 will be behind in sensor technology.
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Samsung GX-10 vs Sony A390 Specifications
Samsung GX-10 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A390 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung GX-10 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A390 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2006-09-21 | 2010-07-28 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 4592 x 3056 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Pentax KAF2 | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Total lenses | 151 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 210k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | 0.49x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Max video resolution | None | None |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 793 grams (1.75 lb) | 549 grams (1.21 lb) |
Dimensions | 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 128 x 97 x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 66 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 607 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 230 photographs |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $850 | $500 |