Samsung GX-1S vs Sony S930
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Samsung GX-1S vs Sony S930 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 605g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Released January 2006
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 320 x 240 video
- 38-108mm (F2.9-5.4) lens
- 167g - 90 x 61 x 26mm
- Announced January 2009
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony S930 Overview
Here is a detailed overview of the Samsung GX-1S vs Sony S930, former being a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the GX-1S (6MP) and S930 (10MP) and the GX-1S (APS-C) and S930 (1/2.3") provide different sensor measurements.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe GX-1S was introduced 4 years prior to the S930 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony S930 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the GX-1S scores vs the S930 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony S930 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung GX-1S & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The whole galleries are available at Samsung GX-1S Gallery & Sony S930 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1S over the Sony S930
GX-1S | S930 | |||
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Display dimensions | 2.5" | 2.4" | Larger display (+0.1") | |
Display resolution | 210k | 112k | Clearer display (+98k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S930 over the Samsung GX-1S
S930 | GX-1S | |||
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Announced | January 2009 | January 2006 | Fresher by 36 months |
Common features in the Samsung GX-1S and Sony S930
GX-1S | S930 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony S930 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung GX-1S offers exterior measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs) whilst the Sony S930 has proportions of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check out the Samsung GX-1S vs Sony S930 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the GX-1S vs the S930.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the GX-1S and S930 is 68 and 94 respectively.
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony S930 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing purely by going over a spec sheet. The visual below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the GX-1S and S930.
As you can see, both of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GX-1S using its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony S930 will deliver more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older GX-1S is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Samsung GX-1S vs Sony S930 Specifications
Samsung GX-1S | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung GX-1S | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2006-01-16 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3008 x 2008 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Pentax KAF | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 38-108mm (2.8x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.9-5.4 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Amount of lenses | 151 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inch | 2.4 inch |
Screen resolution | 210 thousand dot | 112 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 1/8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Syncro, No Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | None | 320x240 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 605 gr (1.33 pounds) | 167 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") | 90 x 61 x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 4 x AA | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC card | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / PRo-HG Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $850 | $219 |