Samsung GX-10 vs Sony A450

On this page, we will be analyzing the Samsung GX-10 versus Sony A450, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the GX-10 (10MP) and A450 (14MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The GX-10 was revealed 4 years before the A450 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A450 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the GX-10 grades against the A450 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung GX-10 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A450. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-10 Gallery and Sony A450 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung GX-10 comes with outer measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs) whilst the Sony A450 has sizing of 137mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") having a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

Compare the Samsung GX-10 versus Sony A450 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the GX-10 vs the A450.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX-10 and A450 is 59 and 65 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing specifications. The graphic here will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the GX-10 and A450.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony A450 to deliver greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older GX-10 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.