Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A77 II
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Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A77 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 605g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Released January 2006
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 50 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 647g - 143 x 104 x 81mm
- Announced May 2014
- Replaced the Sony A77
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A77 II Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the Samsung GX-1S and Sony A77 II, both Advanced DSLR cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the GX-1S (6MP) and A77 II (24MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe GX-1S was introduced 9 years before the A77 II which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the GX-1S matches up against the A77 II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A77 II Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung GX-1S and Sony SLT-A77 II. The whole galleries are available at Samsung GX-1S Gallery and Sony A77 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1S over the Sony A77 II
GX-1S | A77 II |
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Reasons to pick Sony A77 II over the Samsung GX-1S
A77 II | GX-1S | |||
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Announced | May 2014 | January 2006 | More modern by 101 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 1229k | 210k | Crisper screen (+1019k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Samsung GX-1S and Sony A77 II
GX-1S | A77 II | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focus | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A77 II Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung GX-1S features exterior measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs) and the Sony A77 II has measurements of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") and a weight of 647 grams (1.43 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung GX-1S and Sony A77 II in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the GX-1S versus the A77 II.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the GX-1S and A77 II is 68 and 62 respectively.
Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A77 II Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes simply by viewing a spec sheet. The image below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the GX-1S and A77 II.
As you can see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony A77 II to provide you with more detail using its extra 18MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged GX-1S will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Samsung GX-1S vs Sony A77 II Specifications
Samsung GX-1S | Sony SLT-A77 II | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung GX-1S | Sony SLT-A77 II |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2006-01-16 | 2014-05-21 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3008 x 2008 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 50 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 79 |
Cross focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Pentax KAF | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Total lenses | 151 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 2.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 210k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 12.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | Auto, fill, rear sync, slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 605 gr (1.33 lbs) | 647 gr (1.43 lbs) |
Dimensions | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") | 143 x 104 x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 82 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1013 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 480 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (Yes (2 or 12 sec)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/MMC card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $850 | $1,198 |