Samsung GX-1S vs Sony TX30
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Samsung GX-1S vs Sony TX30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 605g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Revealed January 2006
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 141g - 96 x 59 x 15mm
- Released July 2013
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony TX30 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Samsung GX-1S and Sony TX30, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the GX-1S (6MP) and TX30 (18MP) and the GX-1S (APS-C) and TX30 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe GX-1S was unveiled 8 years prior to the TX30 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony TX30 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the GX-1S matches up against the TX30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony TX30 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-1S & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-1S Gallery & Sony TX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1S over the Sony TX30
GX-1S | TX30 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX30 over the Samsung GX-1S
TX30 | GX-1S | |||
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Released | July 2013 | January 2006 | More recent by 91 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3.3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.8") | |
Screen resolution | 1229k | 210k | Clearer screen (+1019k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung GX-1S and Sony TX30
GX-1S | TX30 | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony TX30 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung GX-1S enjoys physical measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs) and the Sony TX30 has measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung GX-1S and Sony TX30 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the GX-1S vs the TX30.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the GX-1S and TX30 is 68 and 96 respectively.
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony TX30 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by checking out specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the GX-1S and TX30.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The GX-1S having a bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Sony TX30 will show extra detail having an extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older GX-1S will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Samsung GX-1S vs Sony TX30 Specifications
Samsung GX-1S | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung GX-1S | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2006-01-16 | 2013-07-26 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6MP | 18MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | - |
Max resolution | 3008 x 2008 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Pentax KAF | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.5-4.8 |
Total lenses | 151 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5" | 3.3" |
Resolution of display | 210k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | OLED monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
Max video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 605 gr (1.33 lbs) | 141 gr (0.31 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") | 96 x 59 x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/MMC card | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $850 | $230 |