Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A9 II

Its time to take a deeper look at the Samsung GX-1S and Sony A9 II, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the GX-1S (6MP) and A9 II (24MP) and the GX-1S (APS-C) and A9 II (Full frame) provide different sensor sizing.

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The GX-1S was revealed 14 years prior to the A9 II and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A9 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the GX-1S grades vs the A9 II in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-1S and Sony Alpha A9 Mark II. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-1S Gallery and Sony A9 II Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you should factor its weight and volume. The Samsung GX-1S comes with external 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 A9 II has sizing of 129mm x 96mm x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).

Look at the Samsung GX-1S and Sony A9 II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the GX-1S versus the A9 II.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the GX-1S and A9 II is 68 and 62 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing simply by researching technical specs. The photograph below might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX-1S and A9 II.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GX-1S using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the Sony A9 II will render greater detail because of its extra 18MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older GX-1S will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.