Samsung GX-10 vs Sony A580

Let's examine more in depth at the Samsung GX-10 versus Sony A580, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the GX-10 (10MP) and A580 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The GX-10 was manufactured 5 years prior to the A580 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A580 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the GX-10 matches up against the A580 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung GX-10 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A580. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung GX-10 Gallery & Sony A580 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung GX-10 provides outside dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs) whilst the Sony A580 has measurements of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") and a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the GX-10 vs the A580.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the GX-10 and A580 is 59 and 64 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching technical specs. The picture here may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX-10 and A580.

As you have seen, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony A580 to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged GX-10 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.