Samsung GX-1S vs Samsung HZ50W
68 Imaging
44 Features
36 Overall
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70 Imaging
37 Features
44 Overall
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Samsung GX-1S vs Samsung HZ50W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 605g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Introduced January 2006
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 426g - 116 x 83 x 91mm
- Revealed May 2010
- Alternative Name is WB5500
Samsung GX-1S vs Samsung HZ50W Overview
Below, we will be matching up the Samsung GX-1S vs Samsung HZ50W, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are created by Samsung. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the GX-1S (6MP) and HZ50W (14MP) and the GX-1S (APS-C) and HZ50W (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizing.
Photography GlossaryThe GX-1S was brought out 5 years before the HZ50W which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going in to a full comparison, below is a simple summary of how the GX-1S scores vs the HZ50W with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung GX-1S vs Samsung HZ50W Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung GX-1S and Samsung HZ50W. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-1S Gallery and Samsung HZ50W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1S over the Samsung HZ50W
GX-1S | HZ50W |
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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ50W over the Samsung GX-1S
HZ50W | GX-1S | |||
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Revealed | May 2010 | January 2006 | Newer by 52 months | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 210k | Crisper screen (+20k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung GX-1S and Samsung HZ50W
GX-1S | HZ50W | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Samsung GX-1S vs Samsung HZ50W Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung GX-1S enjoys external dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs) and the Samsung HZ50W has dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung GX-1S vs Samsung HZ50W in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the GX-1S vs the HZ50W.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the GX-1S and HZ50W is 68 and 70 respectively.
Samsung GX-1S vs Samsung HZ50W Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by going through specifications. The pic here might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX-1S and HZ50W.
Plainly, each of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GX-1S because of its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Samsung HZ50W will produce more detail having its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged GX-1S will be behind in sensor innovation.
Samsung GX-1S vs Samsung HZ50W Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung GX-1S vs Samsung HZ50W Specifications
Samsung GX-1S | Samsung HZ50W | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung GX-1S | Samsung HZ50W |
Also referred to as | - | WB5500 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2006-01-16 | 2010-05-03 |
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 | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3008 x 2008 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Pentax KAF | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | - | 10cm |
Amount of lenses | 151 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 210k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 16 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | H.264 |
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 | 605 gr (1.33 lbs) | 426 gr (0.94 lbs) |
Dimensions | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") | 116 x 83 x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
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 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC card | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $850 | $250 |