Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A450
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Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A450 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
- Launched January 2006
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 560g - 137 x 104 x 81mm
- Introduced January 2010
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A450 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A450, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the GX-1S (6MP) and A450 (14MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe GX-1S was brought out 5 years before the A450 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A450 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the GX-1S scores vs the A450 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A450 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung GX-1S and Sony Alpha DSLR-A450. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung GX-1S Gallery and Sony A450 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1S over the Sony A450
GX-1S | A450 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A450 over the Samsung GX-1S
A450 | GX-1S | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | January 2006 | More modern by 48 months | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 230k | 210k | Sharper display (+20k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung GX-1S and Sony A450
GX-1S | A450 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A450 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung GX-1S offers external dimensions 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 A450 has sizing of 137mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") with a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).
Examine the Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A450 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the GX-1S vs the A450.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the GX-1S and A450 is 68 and 65 respectively.
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A450 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the GX-1S and A450.
As you can see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony A450 to give you greater detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged GX-1S is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A450 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A450 Specifications
Samsung GX-1S | Sony Alpha DSLR-A450 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung GX-1S | Sony Alpha DSLR-A450 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2006-01-16 | 2010-01-05 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3008 x 2008 | 4592 x 3056 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Pentax KAF | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Available lenses | 151 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 210 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Clear Photo Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | 0.53x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | Auto, Fill, Rear Sync, Slow Sync, Wireless/ High Speed Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | None | None |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 605 grams (1.33 lbs) | 560 grams (1.23 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") | 137 x 104 x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 66 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.8 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 769 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 1050 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC card | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $850 | $1,241 |