Samsung GX-20 vs Samsung HZ10W

Here, we will be reviewing the Samsung GX-20 vs Samsung HZ10W, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both designed by Samsung. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the GX-20 (15MP) and HZ10W (10MP) and the GX-20 (APS-C) and HZ10W (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor size.

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The GX-20 was introduced 15 months prior to the HZ10W which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Samsung HZ10W being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the GX-20 matches up vs the HZ10W with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung GX-20 & Samsung HZ10W. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-20 Gallery & Samsung HZ10W Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Samsung GX-20 features outside measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) while the Samsung HZ10W has specifications of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Examine the Samsung GX-20 vs Samsung HZ10W in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the GX-20 vs the HZ10W.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the GX-20 and HZ10W is 58 and 90 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at a spec sheet. The image underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the GX-20 and HZ10W.

As you can see, each of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GX-20 with its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Samsung GX-20 will resolve extra detail using its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged GX-20 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.