Samsung GX-20 vs Sony A350
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Samsung GX-20 vs Sony A350 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 142 x 101 x 72mm
- Announced January 2008
- Earlier Model is Samsung GX-10
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 674g - 131 x 99 x 75mm
- Announced June 2008
- Refreshed by Sony A380
Samsung GX-20 vs Sony A350 Overview
The following is a extended comparison of the Samsung GX-20 and Sony A350, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the GX-20 (15MP) and the A350 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe GX-20 was revealed 4 months prior to the A350 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A350 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the GX-20 matches up against the A350 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung GX-20 vs Sony A350 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung GX-20 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A350. The full galleries are provided at Samsung GX-20 Gallery & Sony A350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-20 over the Sony A350
GX-20 | A350 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A350 over the Samsung GX-20
A350 | GX-20 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Samsung GX-20 and Sony A350
GX-20 | A350 | |||
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Announced | January 2008 | June 2008 | Same age | |
Manually focus | Very exact focus | |||
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display sizing | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Absent Touch friendly display |
Samsung GX-20 vs Sony A350 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung GX-20 offers outer dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) and the Sony A350 has sizing of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") with a weight of 674 grams (1.49 lbs).
Check out the Samsung GX-20 and Sony A350 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the GX-20 against the A350.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GX-20 and A350 is 58 and 62 respectively.
Samsung GX-20 vs Sony A350 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing a spec sheet. The image here should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX-20 and A350.
Clearly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Samsung GX-20 to provide more detail because of its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively.
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Samsung GX-20 vs Sony A350 Specifications
Samsung GX-20 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung GX-20 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2008-01-24 | 2008-06-06 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 365.0mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4688 x 3120 | 4592 x 3056 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Pentax KAF2 | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Number of lenses | 151 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | 0.49x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | None | None |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 800 grams (1.76 lbs) | 674 grams (1.49 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 142 x 101 x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 131 x 99 x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 68 | 65 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.1 | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.2 | 11.5 |
DXO Low light rating | 714 | 595 |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card | Compact Flash (Type I or II), Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, UDMA Mode 5, Supports FAT12 / FAT16 / FAT32 |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $850 | $600 |