Samsung GX-1S vs Sony WX9

Following is a thorough assessment of the Samsung GX-1S and Sony WX9, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the GX-1S (6MP) and WX9 (16MP) and the GX-1S (APS-C) and WX9 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The GX-1S was announced 6 years before the WX9 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony WX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the GX-1S scores versus the WX9 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung GX-1S & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung GX-1S Gallery & Sony WX9 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Samsung GX-1S has got outside measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs) while the Sony WX9 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the GX-1S and the WX9.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the GX-1S and WX9 is 68 and 99 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at specifications. The pic underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the GX-1S and WX9.

To sum up, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GX-1S using its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony WX9 will give extra detail with its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged GX-1S is going to be behind in sensor innovation.