Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A550

Following is a detailed overview of the Samsung GX-1S and Sony A550, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the GX-1S (6MP) and A550 (14MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The GX-1S was revealed 4 years earlier than the A550 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A550 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the GX-1S grades vs the A550 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung GX-1S & Sony Alpha DSLR-A550. The full galleries are available at Samsung GX-1S Gallery & Sony A550 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung GX-1S enjoys exterior measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs) while the Sony A550 has proportions of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") along with a weight of 632 grams (1.39 lbs).

Compare the Samsung GX-1S and Sony A550 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the GX-1S versus the A550.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the GX-1S and A550 is 68 and 63 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading technical specs. The image below may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the GX-1S and A550.

As you can tell, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony A550 to deliver more detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged GX-1S is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.