Samsung GX-10 vs Sony WX500

On this page, we will be analyzing the Samsung GX-10 vs Sony WX500, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the GX-10 (10MP) and WX500 (18MP) and the GX-10 (APS-C) and WX500 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizes.

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The GX-10 was unveiled 9 years earlier than the WX500 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony WX500 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a concise summation of how the GX-10 scores versus the WX500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung GX-10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The full galleries are provided at Samsung GX-10 Gallery & Sony WX500 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you should consider its weight and size. The Samsung GX-10 comes with exterior measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs) while the Sony WX500 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the GX-10 and the WX500.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the GX-10 and WX500 is 59 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading specs. The picture here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the GX-10 and WX500.

All in all, both of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GX-10 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Sony WX500 will offer extra detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged GX-10 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.