Samsung GX-1S vs Sony TX30

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.

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.