Samsung GX-1S vs Sony TX5

On this page, we will be analyzing the Samsung GX-1S versus Sony TX5, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the GX-1S (6MP) and TX5 (10MP) and the GX-1S (APS-C) and TX5 (1/2.4") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The GX-1S was manufactured 5 years earlier than the TX5 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony TX5 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the GX-1S grades against the TX5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung GX-1S and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-1S Gallery and Sony TX5 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and size. The Samsung GX-1S provides external dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs) while the Sony TX5 has specifications of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Check the Samsung GX-1S versus Sony TX5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the GX-1S and the TX5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the GX-1S and TX5 is 68 and 96 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by reading technical specs. The image here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX-1S and TX5.

As you can tell, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The GX-1S featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Sony TX5 will deliver extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged GX-1S is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.