Samsung GX-1S vs Sony W690

The following is a extensive analysis of the Samsung GX-1S versus Sony W690, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the GX-1S (6MP) and W690 (16MP) and the GX-1S (APS-C) and W690 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The GX-1S was brought out 7 years prior to the W690 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony W690 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the GX-1S matches up versus the W690 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung GX-1S & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-1S Gallery & Sony W690 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and size. The Samsung GX-1S has got outer dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs) while the Sony W690 has specifications of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung GX-1S versus Sony W690 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the GX-1S and the W690.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the GX-1S and W690 is 68 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by looking through technical specs. The image here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX-1S and W690.

As you can tell, the two cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The GX-1S due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Sony W690 will result in more detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged GX-1S will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.