Samsung GX-10 vs Sony A700

Below, we are analyzing the Samsung GX-10 and Sony A700, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the GX-10 (10MP) and the A700 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

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The GX-10 was released 15 months prior to the A700 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the GX-10 grades vs the A700 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung GX-10 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A700. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-10 Gallery & Sony A700 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung GX-10 offers external 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 A700 has sizing of 142mm x 105mm x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") along with a weight of 768 grams (1.69 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the GX-10 against the A700.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the GX-10 and A700 is 59 and 58 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes simply by checking technical specs. The image here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the GX-10 and A700.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony A700 to give more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged GX-10 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.