Samsung GX-10 vs Sony TX1

Let's take a more detailed look at the Samsung GX-10 versus Sony TX1, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the GX-10 (10MP) and the TX1 (10MP) is pretty close but the GX-10 (APS-C) and TX1 (1/2.4") possess different sensor sizes.

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The GX-10 was brought out 3 years before the TX1 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the GX-10 matches up against the TX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-10 Gallery & Sony TX1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung GX-10 has outer measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs) while the Sony TX1 has measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Compare the Samsung GX-10 versus Sony TX1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the GX-10 versus the TX1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the GX-10 and TX1 is 59 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the GX-10 and TX1.

Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact MP albeit different sensor measurements. The GX-10 comes with the bigger sensor which will make getting bokeh simpler. The older GX-10 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.