Samsung GX-10 vs Sony A850

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Samsung GX-10 versus Sony A850, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the GX-10 (10MP) and A850 (25MP) and the GX-10 (APS-C) and A850 (Full frame) enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The GX-10 was released 4 years earlier than the A850 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the GX-10 matches up vs the A850 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung GX-10 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A850. The complete galleries are available at Samsung GX-10 Gallery and Sony A850 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung GX-10 offers physical dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs) while the Sony A850 has proportions of 156mm x 117mm x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs).

Look at the Samsung GX-10 versus Sony A850 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the GX-10 against the A850.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the GX-10 and A850 is 59 and 54 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by checking technical specs. The picture here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the GX-10 and A850.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GX-10 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony A850 will give extra detail as a result of its extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged GX-10 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.