Samsung GX-10 vs Sony TX7

Let's take a more detailed look at the Samsung GX-10 versus Sony TX7, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the GX-10 (10MP) and the TX7 (10MP) is fairly close but the GX-10 (APS-C) and TX7 (1/2.4") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The GX-10 was released 4 years earlier than the TX7 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony TX7 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the GX-10 scores versus the TX7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung GX-10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7. The complete galleries are available at Samsung GX-10 Gallery and Sony TX7 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung GX-10 has exterior dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs) and the Sony TX7 has sizing of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung GX-10 versus Sony TX7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the GX-10 vs the TX7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the GX-10 and TX7 is 59 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by researching a spec sheet. The visual here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX-10 and TX7.

Clearly, both the cameras provide the same resolution but not the same sensor sizing. The GX-10 contains the larger sensor which will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult. The older GX-10 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.