Samsung GX-20 vs Sony A380

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Samsung GX-20 and Sony A380, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the GX-20 (15MP) and the A380 (14MP) is relatively similar and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The GX-20 was unveiled 19 months prior to the A380 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A380 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a simple summation of how the GX-20 scores vs the A380 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung GX-20 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A380. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-20 Gallery & Sony A380 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung GX-20 has outer dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) and the Sony A380 has proportions of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 519 grams (1.14 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the GX-20 versus the A380.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the GX-20 and A380 is 58 and 68 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over specifications. The photograph here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX-20 and A380.

To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Samsung GX-20 to offer you extra detail having an extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older GX-20 is going to be behind in sensor technology.