Samsung GX-1S vs Sony TX1

Let's look much closer at the Samsung GX-1S vs Sony TX1, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the GX-1S (6MP) and TX1 (10MP) and the GX-1S (APS-C) and TX1 (1/2.4") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The GX-1S was brought out 4 years before the TX1 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the GX-1S matches up against the TX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung GX-1S and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-1S Gallery and Sony TX1 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung GX-1S offers physical dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs) and the Sony TX1 has measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Examine the Samsung GX-1S vs Sony TX1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the GX-1S against the TX1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the GX-1S and TX1 is 68 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing specs. The image underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the GX-1S and TX1.

All in all, the 2 cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GX-1S featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Sony TX1 will offer you extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged GX-1S is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.