Samsung GX-1L vs Sony H200
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Samsung GX-1L vs Sony H200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 570g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Launched February 2006
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-633mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 530g - 123 x 83 x 87mm
- Announced January 2013
Samsung GX-1L vs Sony H200 Overview
Below is a in-depth analysis of the Samsung GX-1L versus Sony H200, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the GX-1L (6MP) and H200 (20MP) and the GX-1L (APS-C) and H200 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.
Photography GlossaryThe GX-1L was revealed 7 years before the H200 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony H200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the GX-1L grades versus the H200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung GX-1L vs Sony H200 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung GX-1L and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200. The full galleries are provided at Samsung GX-1L Gallery and Sony H200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1L over the Sony H200
GX-1L | H200 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focus |
Reasons to pick Sony H200 over the Samsung GX-1L
H200 | GX-1L | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | February 2006 | More recent by 83 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 210k | Crisper display (+250k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung GX-1L and Sony H200
GX-1L | H200 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Samsung GX-1L vs Sony H200 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung GX-1L provides exterior dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs) while the Sony H200 has dimensions of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") and a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs).
Check the Samsung GX-1L versus Sony H200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the GX-1L against the H200.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the GX-1L and H200 is 69 and 67 respectively.
Samsung GX-1L vs Sony H200 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching technical specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GX-1L and H200.
As you have seen, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The GX-1L having a larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Sony H200 will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 14MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The older GX-1L will be behind in sensor innovation.
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Samsung GX-1L vs Sony H200 Specifications
Samsung GX-1L | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung GX-1L | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2006-02-24 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3008 x 2008 | 5184 x 2920 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 5 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Pentax KAF | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 24-633mm (26.4x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 20cm |
Amount of lenses | 151 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 210k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | ClearPhoto LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 96 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.50 m | 6.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 570g (1.26 pounds) | 530g (1.17 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") | 123 x 83 x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 pictures |
Battery form | - | AA |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $0 | $250 |