Samsung GX-20 vs Sony A450

Let's examine more closely at the Samsung GX-20 versus Sony A450, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the GX-20 (15MP) and the A450 (14MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The GX-20 was launched 23 months earlier than the A450 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A450 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the GX-20 grades vs the A450 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-20 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A450. The complete galleries are available at Samsung GX-20 Gallery and Sony A450 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung GX-20 provides physical measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) while the Sony A450 has dimensions of 137mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") along with a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view scale comparison of the GX-20 compared to the A450.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the GX-20 and A450 is 58 and 65 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specs. The image here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the GX-20 and A450.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Samsung GX-20 to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged GX-20 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.