Samsung GX-10 vs Sony RX1R
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Samsung GX-10 vs Sony RX1R Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 793g - 142 x 101 x 70mm
- Released September 2006
- Refreshed by Samsung GX-20
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F2.0) lens
- 482g - 113 x 65 x 70mm
- Introduced June 2013
- Refreshed by Sony RX1R II
Samsung GX-10 vs Sony RX1R Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Samsung GX-10 and Sony RX1R, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the GX-10 (10MP) and RX1R (24MP) and the GX-10 (APS-C) and RX1R (Full frame) provide totally different sensor sizes.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe GX-10 was launched 7 years prior to the RX1R which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the GX-10 matches up vs the RX1R when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung GX-10 vs Sony RX1R Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-10 Gallery & Sony RX1R Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-10 over the Sony RX1R
GX-10 | RX1R |
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Reasons to pick Sony RX1R over the Samsung GX-10
RX1R | GX-10 | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | September 2006 | More modern by 82 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 1229k | 210k | Sharper screen (+1019k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung GX-10 and Sony RX1R
GX-10 | RX1R | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither contains Touch screen |
Samsung GX-10 vs Sony RX1R Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung GX-10 has got exterior dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs) whilst the Sony RX1R has sizing of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).
Check the Samsung GX-10 and Sony RX1R in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the GX-10 vs the RX1R.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the GX-10 and RX1R is 59 and 79 respectively.
Samsung GX-10 vs Sony RX1R Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading specifications. The pic below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the GX-10 and RX1R.
To sum up, both cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The GX-10 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more challenging and the Sony RX1R will offer you more detail utilizing its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged GX-10 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Samsung GX-10 vs Sony RX1R Specifications
Samsung GX-10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung GX-10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2006-09-21 | 2013-06-26 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Pentax KAF2 | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 35mm (1x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/2.0 |
Available lenses | 151 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 210k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | Xtra FineTFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic and Optical (optional) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/180 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 793 gr (1.75 pounds) | 482 gr (1.06 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 113 x 65 x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 91 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 25.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 2537 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 270 photos |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $850 | $2,798 |