Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A33
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Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A33 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 605g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Launched January 2006
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 500g - 124 x 92 x 85mm
- Introduced August 2010
- Updated by Sony A35
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A33 Overview
Here is a extensive overview of the Samsung GX-1S versus Sony A33, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the GX-1S (6MP) and A33 (14MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe GX-1S was manufactured 5 years prior to the A33 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A33 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the GX-1S matches up versus the A33 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A33 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung GX-1S and Sony SLT-A33. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-1S Gallery and Sony A33 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1S over the Sony A33
GX-1S | A33 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A33 over the Samsung GX-1S
A33 | GX-1S | |||
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Introduced | August 2010 | January 2006 | Fresher by 56 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 210k | Crisper screen (+711k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Samsung GX-1S and Sony A33
GX-1S | A33 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A33 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera, you will have to factor 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") along with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs) while the Sony A33 has measurements of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung GX-1S versus Sony A33 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the GX-1S compared to the A33.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GX-1S and A33 is 68 and 67 respectively.
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A33 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through specifications. The visual here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the GX-1S and A33.
Plainly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony A33 to render extra detail due to its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older GX-1S will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A33 Specifications
Samsung GX-1S | Sony SLT-A33 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung GX-1S | Sony SLT-A33 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2006-01-16 | 2010-08-24 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3008 x 2008 | 4592 x 3056 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 15 |
Cross focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Pentax KAF | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Total lenses | 151 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 210k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,150k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 10.00 m (@ ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Highest video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 605 grams (1.33 lb) | 500 grams (1.10 lb) |
Dimensions | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") | 124 x 92 x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 70 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 591 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 340 shots |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $850 | $230 |