Samsung GX-1S vs Sony RX100 II

Here is a detailed review of the Samsung GX-1S vs Sony RX100 II, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the GX-1S (6MP) and RX100 II (20MP) and the GX-1S (APS-C) and RX100 II (1") feature different sensor size.

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The GX-1S was launched 8 years earlier than the RX100 II and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony RX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the GX-1S grades vs the RX100 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung GX-1S and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II. The complete galleries are available at Samsung GX-1S Gallery and Sony RX100 II Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung GX-1S features 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) while the Sony RX100 II has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs).

Compare the Samsung GX-1S vs Sony RX100 II in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the GX-1S versus the RX100 II.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the GX-1S and RX100 II is 68 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing a spec sheet. The visual below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the GX-1S and RX100 II.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GX-1S because of its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Sony RX100 II will provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The older GX-1S will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.