Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A7c

Following is a extended review of the Samsung GX-1S versus Sony A7c, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the GX-1S (6MP) and A7c (24MP) and the GX-1S (APS-C) and A7c (Full frame) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The GX-1S was manufactured 15 years before the A7c which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A7c being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the GX-1S scores vs the A7c when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung GX-1S & Sony Alpha A7c. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-1S Gallery & Sony A7c Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung GX-1S offers physical dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs) while the Sony A7c has dimensions of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the GX-1S vs the A7c.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX-1S and A7c is 68 and 78 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking technical specs. The image here will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX-1S and A7c.

As you have seen, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The GX-1S due to its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Sony A7c will resolve more detail due to its extra 18MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged GX-1S is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.