Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A330
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![Samsung GX-1S front Samsung GX-1S front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-GX-1S/Samsung-GX-1S-front.jpg)
![Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 front Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A330/Sony-A330-front.jpg)
67 Imaging
50 Features
50 Overall
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Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A330 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 605g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Introduced January 2006
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 529g - 128 x 97 x 71mm
- Revealed May 2009
- Replaced the Sony A300
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Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A330 Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A330, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the GX-1S (6MP) and A330 (10MP) but they come with the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).
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The GX-1S was released 4 years earlier than the A330 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology 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 A330 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the GX-1S scores against the A330 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A330 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-1S and Sony Alpha DSLR-A330. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung GX-1S Gallery and Sony A330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1S over the Sony A330
GX-1S | A330 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A330 over the Samsung GX-1S
A330 | GX-1S | |||
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Revealed | May 2009 | ![]() | January 2006 | Fresher by 40 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 210k | Clearer screen (+20k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung GX-1S and Sony A330
GX-1S | A330 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A330 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung GX-1S has outer measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs) while the Sony A330 has sizing of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 529 grams (1.17 lbs).
See the Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A330 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the GX-1S against the A330.
![Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A330 size comparison Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A330 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-GX-1S-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A330-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GX-1S and A330 is 68 and 67 respectively.
![Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A330 top view buttons comparison Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A330 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-GX-1S-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A330-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A330 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the GX-1S and A330.
As you can see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony A330 to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The older GX-1S will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A330 sensor size comparison Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A330 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Samsung-GX-1S-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A330-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A330 Screen and ViewFinder
![Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A330 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A330 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-GX-1S-vs-Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A330-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A330 Specifications
Samsung GX-1S | Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung GX-1S | Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2006-01-16 | 2009-05-18 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3008 x 2008 | 3872 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Pentax KAF | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Total lenses | 151 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 210 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | 0.49x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 10.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Max video resolution | None | None |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 605g (1.33 pounds) | 529g (1.17 pounds) |
Dimensions | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") | 128 x 97 x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 64 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 535 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 230 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC card | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $850 | $545 |