Samsung GX-20 vs Samsung ST600

Here is a extensive analysis of the Samsung GX-20 vs Samsung ST600, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are produced by Samsung. The resolution of the GX-20 (15MP) and the ST600 (14MP) is fairly comparable but the GX-20 (APS-C) and ST600 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.

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The GX-20 was released 23 months earlier than the ST600 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Samsung ST600 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the GX-20 matches up versus the ST600 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung GX-20 and Samsung ST600. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung GX-20 Gallery and Samsung ST600 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung GX-20 enjoys external dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) and the Samsung ST600 has proportions of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

Examine the Samsung GX-20 vs Samsung ST600 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the GX-20 against the ST600.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the GX-20 and ST600 is 58 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out specifications. The visual here may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX-20 and ST600.

Plainly, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GX-20 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Samsung GX-20 will provide greater detail as a result of its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos more aggressively. The older GX-20 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.