Samsung GX-10 vs Sony W370

The following is a in-depth comparison of the Samsung GX-10 versus Sony W370, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the GX-10 (10MP) and W370 (14MP) and the GX-10 (APS-C) and W370 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GX-10 was introduced 4 years earlier than the W370 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony W370 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summation of how the GX-10 matches up vs the W370 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-10 Gallery & Sony W370 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera, you should factor its weight and volume. The Samsung GX-10 has got exterior dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs) whilst the Sony W370 has sizing of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Examine the Samsung GX-10 versus Sony W370 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the GX-10 against the W370.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the GX-10 and W370 is 59 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by going through technical specs. The image below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX-10 and W370.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The GX-10 using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Sony W370 will produce greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged GX-10 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.