Samsung GX-10 vs Sony HX10V

The following is a complete analysis of the Samsung GX-10 versus Sony HX10V, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the GX-10 (10MP) and HX10V (18MP) and the GX-10 (APS-C) and HX10V (1/2.3") offer different sensor size.

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The GX-10 was revealed 6 years earlier than the HX10V which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony HX10V being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the GX-10 grades against the HX10V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung GX-10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The full galleries are available at Samsung GX-10 Gallery & Sony HX10V Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Samsung GX-10 comes with exterior 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 HX10V has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung GX-10 versus Sony HX10V in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the GX-10 and the HX10V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GX-10 and HX10V is 59 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions only by researching a spec sheet. The image here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the GX-10 and HX10V.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The GX-10 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Sony HX10V will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged GX-10 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.