Samsung GX-10 vs Sony A77

Below, we will be analyzing the Samsung GX-10 versus Sony A77, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the GX-10 (10MP) and A77 (24MP) but they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The GX-10 was revealed 6 years prior to the A77 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the GX-10 grades versus the A77 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung GX-10 and Sony SLT-A77. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-10 Gallery and Sony A77 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung GX-10 features physical dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs) while the Sony A77 has proportions of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") having a weight of 732 grams (1.61 lbs).

Check the Samsung GX-10 versus Sony A77 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the GX-10 compared to the A77.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX-10 and A77 is 59 and 59 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX-10 and A77.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony A77 to deliver greater detail because of its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs much more aggressively. The older GX-10 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.