Samsung GX-1S vs Sony T99

Let's take a deeper look at the Samsung GX-1S versus Sony T99, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the GX-1S (6MP) and T99 (14MP) and the GX-1S (APS-C) and T99 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The GX-1S was manufactured 5 years before the T99 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony T99 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the GX-1S scores against the T99 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-1S and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The entire galleries are available at Samsung GX-1S Gallery and Sony T99 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung GX-1S enjoys exterior measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs) while the Sony T99 has dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the GX-1S versus the T99.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GX-1S and T99 is 68 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes purely by researching specs. The image underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the GX-1S and T99.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The GX-1S due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Sony T99 will provide you with extra detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged GX-1S will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.