Samsung GX-20 vs Sony A7c

Here, we are looking at the Samsung GX-20 versus Sony A7c, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the GX-20 (15MP) and A7c (24MP) and the GX-20 (APS-C) and A7c (Full frame) provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The GX-20 was released 13 years before the A7c which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A7c being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick overview of how the GX-20 scores against the A7c for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung GX-20 & Sony Alpha A7c. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-20 Gallery & Sony A7c Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera often, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung GX-20 offers outer measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) while the Sony A7c has dimensions of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs).

Examine the Samsung GX-20 versus Sony A7c in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the GX-20 against the A7c.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the GX-20 and A7c is 58 and 78 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes just by viewing specifications. The picture underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the GX-20 and A7c.

Plainly, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The GX-20 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Sony A7c will result in more detail as a result of its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged GX-20 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.