Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A350

In this article, we will be contrasting the Samsung GX-1S and Sony A350, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Samsung and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the GX-1S (6MP) and A350 (14MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The GX-1S was introduced 3 years prior to the A350 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A350 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the GX-1S matches up vs the A350 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-1S & Sony Alpha DSLR-A350. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-1S Gallery & Sony A350 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Samsung GX-1S provides outer measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs) and the Sony A350 has specifications of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") along with a weight of 674 grams (1.49 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the GX-1S vs the A350.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GX-1S and A350 is 68 and 62 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes purely by viewing specs. The pic underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the GX-1S and A350.

All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sony A350 to result in extra detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged GX-1S will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.