Samsung GX-10 vs Sony TX5

Here, we are looking at the Samsung GX-10 and Sony TX5, former being a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the GX-10 (10MP) and the TX5 (10MP) is fairly close but the GX-10 (APS-C) and TX5 (1/2.4") boast different sensor size.

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The GX-10 was manufactured 4 years earlier than the TX5 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony TX5 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick overview of how the GX-10 grades vs the TX5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung GX-10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The entire galleries are available at Samsung GX-10 Gallery & Sony TX5 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung GX-10 has got physical 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 TX5 has proportions of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung GX-10 and Sony TX5 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the GX-10 versus the TX5.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the GX-10 and TX5 is 59 and 96 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching specifications. The visual underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the GX-10 and TX5.

To sum up, both of these cameras feature the identical MP but different sensor measurements. The GX-10 uses the larger sensor which should make getting shallower DOF easier. The older GX-10 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.