Samsung GX-1S vs Sony WX350

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Samsung GX-1S and Sony WX350, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the GX-1S (6MP) and WX350 (18MP) and the GX-1S (APS-C) and WX350 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The GX-1S was unveiled 9 years earlier than the WX350 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony WX350 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the GX-1S scores vs the WX350 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-1S and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350. The full galleries are available at Samsung GX-1S Gallery and Sony WX350 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung GX-1S enjoys physical measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs) and the Sony WX350 has dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Look at the Samsung GX-1S and Sony WX350 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the GX-1S versus the WX350.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the GX-1S and WX350 is 68 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by looking through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the GX-1S and WX350.

Clearly, both the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The GX-1S with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Sony WX350 will provide you with extra detail having an extra 12MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged GX-1S will be behind in sensor innovation.