Samsung GX-1S vs Sony HX1

Lets look much closer at the Samsung GX-1S versus Sony HX1, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the GX-1S (6MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the GX-1S (APS-C) and HX1 (1/2.4") use totally different sensor measurements.

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The GX-1S was unveiled 4 years prior to the HX1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the GX-1S matches up versus the HX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung GX-1S and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The full galleries are provided at Samsung GX-1S Gallery and Sony HX1 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung GX-1S has got exterior dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs) whilst the Sony HX1 has sizing of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung GX-1S versus Sony HX1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the GX-1S against the HX1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the GX-1S and HX1 is 68 and 67 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to see the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching specs. The visual underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the GX-1S and HX1.

All in all, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The GX-1S with its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Sony HX1 will provide you with more detail having an extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The older GX-1S will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.