Samsung GX-1L vs Sony S2000
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Samsung GX-1L vs Sony S2000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 570g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Launched February 2006
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Launched January 2010
Samsung GX-1L vs Sony S2000 Overview
Here, we are looking at the Samsung GX-1L versus Sony S2000, former being a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the GX-1L (6MP) and S2000 (10MP) and the GX-1L (APS-C) and S2000 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor measurements.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe GX-1L was unveiled 4 years prior to the S2000 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony S2000 being a Compact camera.
Before going right into a full comparison, here is a short view of how the GX-1L scores versus the S2000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung GX-1L vs Sony S2000 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung GX-1L & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The full galleries are provided at Samsung GX-1L Gallery & Sony S2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1L over the Sony S2000
GX-1L | S2000 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Samsung GX-1L
S2000 | GX-1L | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | February 2006 | Fresher by 47 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 230k | 210k | Sharper display (+20k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung GX-1L and Sony S2000
GX-1L | S2000 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Samsung GX-1L vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung GX-1L has external measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs) whilst the Sony S2000 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
See the Samsung GX-1L versus Sony S2000 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the GX-1L against the S2000.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the GX-1L and S2000 is 69 and 93 respectively.
Samsung GX-1L vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing specs. The photograph here will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the GX-1L and S2000.
All in all, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GX-1L using its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony S2000 will offer more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The older GX-1L is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Samsung GX-1L vs Sony S2000 Specifications
Samsung GX-1L | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung GX-1L | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2006-02-24 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz |
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 | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3008 x 2008 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 5 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Pentax KAF | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Number of lenses | 151 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 210k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 96 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 1s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1200s |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.50 m | 3.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 640x480 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 570 grams (1.26 lbs) | 167 grams (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 4 x AA | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC card | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $0 | $225 |