Samsung GX-10 vs Sony S930
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Samsung GX-10 vs Sony S930 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
- Launched September 2006
- Later Model is Samsung GX-20
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 320 x 240 video
- 38-108mm (F2.9-5.4) lens
- 167g - 90 x 61 x 26mm
- Revealed January 2009
Samsung GX-10 vs Sony S930 Overview
The following is a complete comparison of the Samsung GX-10 versus Sony S930, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the GX-10 (10MP) and the S930 (10MP) is pretty similar but the GX-10 (APS-C) and S930 (1/2.3") possess different sensor measurements.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe GX-10 was manufactured 3 years earlier than the S930 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony S930 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the GX-10 scores against the S930 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung GX-10 vs Sony S930 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The entire galleries are available at Samsung GX-10 Gallery & Sony S930 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-10 over the Sony S930
GX-10 | S930 | |||
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Screen sizing | 2.5" | 2.4" | Bigger screen (+0.1") | |
Screen resolution | 210k | 112k | Crisper screen (+98k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S930 over the Samsung GX-10
S930 | GX-10 | |||
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Revealed | January 2009 | September 2006 | Newer by 28 months |
Common features in the Samsung GX-10 and Sony S930
GX-10 | S930 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Samsung GX-10 vs Sony S930 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung GX-10 features external measurements 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 S930 has measurements of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Look at the Samsung GX-10 versus Sony S930 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the GX-10 vs the S930.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GX-10 and S930 is 59 and 94 respectively.
Samsung GX-10 vs Sony S930 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by going over a spec sheet. The image here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the GX-10 and S930.
Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels albeit different sensor dimensions. The GX-10 offers the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow depth of field less difficult. The more aged GX-10 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
Samsung GX-10 vs Sony S930 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung GX-10 vs Sony S930 Specifications
Samsung GX-10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung GX-10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2006-09-21 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Pentax KAF2 | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 38-108mm (2.8x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/2.9-5.4 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Available lenses | 151 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5 inch | 2.4 inch |
Resolution of display | 210k dots | 112k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 1/8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Syncro, No Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | None | 320x240 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 793 grams (1.75 lb) | 167 grams (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 90 x 61 x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / PRo-HG Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $850 | $219 |