Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A7S
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Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A7S 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)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 409600
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 489g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Launched April 2014
- Newer Model is Sony A7S II
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A7S Overview
Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Samsung GX-1S versus Sony A7S, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the GX-1S (6MP) and A7S (12MP) and the GX-1S (APS-C) and A7S (Full frame) possess different sensor sizing.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe GX-1S was announced 9 years prior to the A7S which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A7S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a simple view of how the GX-1S grades vs the A7S in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A7S Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-1S and Sony Alpha A7S. The whole galleries are available at Samsung GX-1S Gallery and Sony A7S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1S over the Sony A7S
GX-1S | A7S |
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Reasons to pick Sony A7S over the Samsung GX-1S
A7S | GX-1S | |||
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Launched | April 2014 | January 2006 | More modern by 100 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 1230k | 210k | Crisper screen (+1020k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung GX-1S and Sony A7S
GX-1S | A7S | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focus | |||
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A7S Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung GX-1S has got physical measurements 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 Sony A7S has sizing of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") along with a weight of 489 grams (1.08 lbs).
Look at the Samsung GX-1S versus Sony A7S in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the GX-1S versus the A7S.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the GX-1S and A7S is 68 and 77 respectively.
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A7S Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes only by reviewing specs. The picture here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the GX-1S and A7S.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GX-1S having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony A7S will deliver extra detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged GX-1S is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A7S Specifications
Samsung GX-1S | Sony Alpha A7S | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung GX-1S | Sony Alpha A7S |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2006-01-16 | 2014-04-06 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3008 x 2008 | 4240 x 2832 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 409600 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
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 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Pentax KAF | Sony E |
Available lenses | 151 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 2.5" | 3" |
Display resolution | 210 thousand dot | 1,230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 3840 x 2160, XAVC S 1080 60p(50Mbps), 30p (50Mbps), 24p (50Mbps). 720 120p (50Mbps). AVCHD 60p (28Mbps), 60i (24Mbps/17Mbps), 24p (24Mbps/17Mbps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
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 pounds) | 489 gr (1.08 pounds) |
Dimensions | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") | 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 87 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.2 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 3702 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 360 images |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD/MMC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $850 | $1,998 |