Samsung GX-10 vs Sony S930

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.

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The 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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.