Samsung GX-1S vs Sony NEX-5R
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Samsung GX-1S vs Sony NEX-5R 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
- Revealed January 2006
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 276g - 111 x 59 x 39mm
- Launched August 2012
- Earlier Model is Sony NEX-5N
- Later Model is Sony NEX-5T
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony NEX-5R Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Samsung GX-1S and Sony NEX-5R, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the GX-1S (6MP) and NEX-5R (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe GX-1S was unveiled 7 years prior to the NEX-5R and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony NEX-5R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the GX-1S matches up vs the NEX-5R with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony NEX-5R Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-1S and Sony Alpha NEX-5R. The full galleries are available at Samsung GX-1S Gallery and Sony NEX-5R Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1S over the Sony NEX-5R
GX-1S | NEX-5R |
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Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5R over the Samsung GX-1S
NEX-5R | GX-1S | |||
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Launched | August 2012 | January 2006 | More recent by 80 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 210k | Crisper screen (+710k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung GX-1S and Sony NEX-5R
GX-1S | NEX-5R | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focus | |||
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony NEX-5R Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you should consider its weight and volume. The Samsung GX-1S provides external measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-5R has sizing of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
Look at the Samsung GX-1S and Sony NEX-5R in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the GX-1S versus the NEX-5R.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the GX-1S and NEX-5R is 68 and 89 respectively.
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony NEX-5R Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by going through technical specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the GX-1S and NEX-5R.
As you have seen, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony NEX-5R to show extra detail having an extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older GX-1S will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Samsung GX-1S vs Sony NEX-5R Specifications
Samsung GX-1S | Sony Alpha NEX-5R | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung GX-1S | Sony Alpha NEX-5R |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2006-01-16 | 2012-08-29 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3008 x 2008 | 4912 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Pentax KAF | Sony E |
Available lenses | 151 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 210k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | Tilt Up 180� Down 50� TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
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 lb) | 276 grams (0.61 lb) |
Dimensions | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") | 111 x 59 x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 78 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 910 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | SD/MMC card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $850 | $750 |