Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A33

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).

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.